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LESSON TITLES FOR THE QUARTER
1.
All Christians to Be Witnesses
2.
Witnesses in Every Age
3.
Objectives of Witnessing
4.
The Revelation of God's Love
5.
Christ-Centered Witnessing
6.
Meekness and Humility in
Witnessing
7.
The Place of Prayer in Witnessing
8.
Golden-Rule Religion
9.
The Witness of God's Word
to. Influence of a Godly Life
t. Hindrances to Witnessing
12.
The Informed Witness
13.
Promise of the Spirit
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DYNAMICS OF CHRISTIAN WITNESSING
GENERAL INTRODUCTION
"God's church is the court of holy life,
filled with varied gifts and endowed with
the Holy Spirit. The members are to find
their happiness in the happiness of those
whom they help and bless."—The
Acts of
the Apostles,
page 12.
Webster gives as one definition of the
word
dynamics:
"The moving moral, as
well as physical, forces of any kind, or the
laws which relate to them." Our study this
quarter is to deal not only with the moti-
vating force for Christian witnessing, but
also with the laws governing the principles
of such witnessing.
Lesson 1, for January 5, 1963
All Christians to Be Witnesses
MEMORY VERSE:
"But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come
upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto Me both in Jerusalem, and in all
Judea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth." Acts 1:8.
STUDY HELPS:
"Christian Service," pages 7-29; "Prophets and Kings," pages 303-
310; "The Acts of the Apostles," pages 112-122; "S.D.A. Bible Commentary."
LESSON AIM:
To show that every Christian is called to be a witness for Christ and,
to the extent of his ability, to influence others to accept the Saviour.
DAILY STUDY ASSIGNMENT AND RECORD
Check Here
Sabbath afternoon: General survey.
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Sunday: Introduction; Questions 1-3.
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Monday: Questions 4, 5; begin
reading Study Helps.
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Tuesday: Questions 6-8; read
Check Here
further from Study Helps.
Wednesday: Questions 9-13.
Thursday: Finish reading Study
Helps.
Friday: Review entire lesson.
Lesson Outline
Introduction
I. A Ministry for Christians
1.
Disciples called Christians. Acts
11:26, last part.
2.
Believers baptized into the royal
family. Matt. 28:19; Acts 2:41.
3.
New creatures in Christ. 2 Cor.
5:17.
4.
Ministers of reconciliation. 2 Cor.
5:18, 19.
5.
Ambassadors for Christ. 2 Cor.
5:20.
II. Workers Together With God
6.
Witnesses for Christ. Acts 1:8.
7.
To every man his work. Mark
13:34.
8.
Partners in service. 1 Cor. 3:9;
2
Cor. 6:1.
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III. Children of Light
9.
Light in the last days. Isa. 60:1.
10.
Promises to light bearers. Isa.
60:2-5.
11.
The Source of light. John 8:12.
12.
The light of the world. Matt. 5:
14-16; 1 Peter 4:10, 11.
13.
Walk in the light. John 12:35, 36.
THE LESSON
Introduction
"The Lord calls upon us for confession
of His goodness. 'Ye are My witnesses,
saith the Lord, that I am God.' Isa. 43:12.
"Our confession of His faithfulness is
Heaven's chosen agency for revealing Christ
to the world. We are to acknowledge His
grace as made known through the holy men
of old; but that which will be most effec-
tual is the testimony of our own experience.
We are witnesses for God as we reveal in
ourselves the working of a power that is
divine. Every individual has a life dis-
tinct from all others, and an experience dif-
fering essentially from theirs. God desires
that our praise shall ascend to Him,
marked by our own individuality. These
precious acknowledgments to the praise of
the glory of His grace, when supported by a
Christlike life, have an irresistible power
that works for the salvation of souls."—
The Desire of Ages,
page 347.
A Ministry for Christians
1. What name was given to the
disciples at Antioch? Acts 11:26, last
part.
NOTE.—A Christian is one who accepts
Jesus Christ as his personal Saviour and
depends solely upon Him for salvation from
sin.
"It was in Antioch that the disciples
were first called Christians. The name was
given them because Christ was the main
theme of their preaching, their teaching,
and their conversation. Continually they
were recounting the incidents that had oc-
curred during the days of His earthly
ministry, when His disciples were blessed
with His personal presence. Untiringly they
dwelt upon His teachings and His miracles
of healing. With quivering lips and tear-
ful eyes they spoke of His agony in the
garden, His betrayal, trial, and execution,
the forbearance and humility with which
He had endured the contumely and torture
imposed upon Him by His enemies, and
the godlike pity with which He had prayed
for those who persecuted Him. His resur-
rection and ascension, and His work in
heaven as the Mediator for fallen man,
were topics on which they rejoiced to dwell.
Well might the heathen call them Chris-
tians, since they preached Christ and ad-
dressed their prayers to God through Him."
—The Acts of the Apostles,
page 157.
2.
What were the disciples to ad-
minister to all who become followers
of Christ? Matt. 28:19; Acts 2:41.
NOTE.—New believers were to be bap-
tized "in the name of the Father, and of
the Son, and of the Holy Ghost." Thus
they became members of the royal family,
children by adoption of the heavenly King.
Gal. 4:5; Eph. 1:5. "It was God who gave
to them the name of Christian. This is a
royal name, given to all who join them-
selves to Christ."—The
Acts of the Apostles,
page 157.
3.
What is to be the experience of
one who accepts Christ? 2 Cor. 5:17.
NOTE.—"Through the power of Christ,
men and women have broken the chains
of sinful habit. They have renounced self-
ishness. The profane have become rever-
ent, the drunken sober, the profligate pure.
Souls that have borne the likeness of Satan
have become transformed into the image
of God. This change is in itself the miracle
of miracles. A change wrought by the
Word, it is one of the deepest mysteries of
the Word. We cannot understand it; we
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can only believe, as declaied by the Scrip-
tures, it is 'Christ in you, the hope of
glory.'
"—The Acts of the Apostles,
page
476.
4.
What ministry did Paul say was
committed to him? 2 Cor. 5:18, 19.
NOTE.—"In the trust given to the first
disciples, believers in every age have shared.
Everyone who has received the gospel has
been given sacred truth to impart to the
world. God's faithful people have always
been aggressive missionaries, consecrating
their resources to the honor of His name,
and wisely using their talents in His ser-
vice. . . .
"With hearts filled with sympathy and
compassion, they are to minister to those
in need of help, bringing to sinners a
knowledge of the Saviour's love. Such work
calls for laborious effort, but it brings a rich
reward. Those who engage in it with sin-
cerity of purpose will see souls won to the
Saviour, for the influence that attends the
practical carrying out of the divine com-
mission is irresistible."—The
Acts of the
Apostles,
pages 109, 110.
5.
What distinctive title is given to
ministers of reconciliation? 2 Cor.
5:20.
NOTE.—The word "ambassador" is from
the Greek,
presbeuo,
"literally, 'to be older,'
and thus 'to be an elder,' to be an ambassa-
dor.' This characterizes the ambassador as
one distinguished by dignity and experience,
and therefore vested with authority. Christ's
ambassadors become such by virtue of
prior attachment to Him and to His cause
(see on Acts 14:23). They are distinguished
for their fidelity (1 Cor. 4:1,
2;
1 Tim.
1:12), their zeal, their personal understand-
ing of and experience with the great truths
of the gospel, and their diligence in study,
in prayer, in soul winning, and in building
up the church. There is no greater dignity
or honor than that of being an ambassador
for Christ and the kingdom of heaven."—
S.D.A.
Bible Commentary,
on 2 Cor. 5:20.
Workers Together With God
6.
As witnesses for Christ, how ex-
tensive was the work the disciples
were called to do? Acts 1:8.
NoTE.—"The apostles now perceived
more fully the meaning of the words of
Christ, 'Ye shall be witnesses unto Me both
in Jerusalem, and in all Judea, and in
Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of
the earth.' Acts
1:8."—The Acts of the Apos-
tles,
page 107.
7.
In one of His parables how did
Christ teach that all His followers
were expected to be workers? Mark
13:34.
NOTE.—"To every man is given his work
—not merely work in his fields of corn and
wheat, but earnest, persevering work for
the salvation of souls. Every stone in
God's temple must be a living stone, a
stone that shines, reflecting light to the
world. Let the laymen do all that they
can; and as they use the talents they al-
ready have, God will give them more grace
and increased
ability."—Testimonies,
vol.
8, p. 246.
8.
What was the high privilege en-
joyed by Paul and his associates? 1
Cor. 3:9; 2 Cor. 6:1.
NoTE.—"We should all be workers to-
gether with God. No idlers are acknowl-
edged as His servants. The members of
the church should individually feel that
the life and prosperity of the church are
affected by their course of
action."—Chris-
tian Service,
page 10.
Children of Light
9.
What rallying call did God give
to His people anciently? Isa. 60:1.
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10.
What promise of success was
held out to God's faithful light bear-
ers? Isa. 60:2-5.
NoTE.—This command has meaning to
Seventh-day Adventists today as well as to
ancient Israel. We are to do in our time
the work of witnessing that Israel might
have done in ancient times.
"To meet the conditions existing at the
time when darkness covers the earth, and
gross darkness the people, the church of
God has been commissioned to cooperate
with God in shedding abroad the light of
Bible truth. To those who seek to do their
part faithfully as bearers of precious light,
is given the assurance: 'The Lord shall
arise upon thee, and His glory shall be
seen upon thee. And the Gentiles shall
come to thy light, and kings to the bright-
ness of thy rising.'
"—Testimonies to Min-
isters,
page 458.
11.
What is the Source of the Chris-
tian's light? John 8:12.
12.
As the light of the world, what
are Christians to do, and for what
purpose? Matt. 5:14-16; 1 Peter 4:
10, 11.
NOTE.—"Everyone who is connected with
God will impart light to others. If there
are any who have no light to give, it is
because they have no connection with the
Source of
light."—Historical Sketches,
page
291.
13.
What will be our experience if
we do not walk in the light God has
given us? John 12:35, 36.
NOTE.—"God has appointed His chil-
dren to give light to others, and if they
fail to do it, and souls are left in the dark-
ness of error because of their failure to do
that which they might have done, had they
been vitalized by the Holy Spirit, they will
be accountable to God. We have been
called out of darkness into His marvelous
light, in order that we may show forth the
praises of
Christ."—Christian Service,
page
21.
"Higher than the highest hu-
man thought can reach is
God's ideal for His chil-
dren."—Education,
page 18.
Lesson 2, for January 12, 1963
Witnesses in Every Age
MEMORY VERSE: "For even the Son of man came not to be ministered unto, but to
minister, and to give His life a ransom for many." Mark 10:45.
STUDY HELPS: "Education," pages 51-70; "The Great Controversy," pages 79-82;
"S.D.A. Bible Commentary."
LESSON AIM: To show that God has never been without witnesses during the long
centuries of sin, and that He has His faithful representatives in the world
today.
DAILY STUDY ASSIGNMENT AND RECORD
Check Here
Sabbath afternoon: General survey.
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Check Here
Wednesday: Questions 11, 12; read
Sunday: Questions 1-4.
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further from Study Helps.
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Monday: Questions 5-8.
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Thursday:
Finish reading Study
Tuesday: Questions 9, 10; begin
Helps.
reading Study Helps.
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Friday:
Review entire lesson.
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Lesson Outline
Introduction
I. Old Testament Witnesses
1.
Joseph in Pharaoh's court. Ps. 105:
17-22; Acts 7:9, 10.
2.
Moses surrenders the throne. Heb.
11:24-27.
3.
Elisha called from the plow.
1 Kings 19:19.
4.
Daniel in Babylon's palace. Dan.
1:17-20; 2:48, 49.
II. New Testament Witnesses
5.
Christ came to minister. Luke
19:10; Mark 10:45.
6.
Dorcas of Joppa. Acts 9:36-42.
7.
Paul called into service. Acts 9:1-6,
20.
8.
Secret of John's witness. 1 John
1:1-4.
Ill. Latter-Day Witnesses
9.
A people of prophecy. Rev. 14:12;
12:17.
10.
Witnessing under persecution. Rev.
20:4.
IV. The Witness God Accepts
11.
Those who exercise faith. Heb.
12:1, 2.
12.
Those who endure chastening and
lead holy lives. Heb. 12:11-15.
THE LESSON
Introduction
"Sacred history . . . presents many noble
examples of men whose characters were
formed under divine direction, men whose
lives were a blessing to their fellowmen
and who stood in the world as representa-
tives of God. Among these are Joseph and
Daniel, Moses, Elisha, and Paul-the great-
est statesmen, the wisest legislator, one of
the most faithful reformers, and, except
Him who spoke as never man spake, the
most illustrious teacher that this world
has
known."-Education,
page 51.
Old Testament Witnesses
1. In what high position in Egypt
was Joseph placed by God's provi-
dence? Ps. 105:17-22; Acts 7:9, 10.
See Gen. 41:38-46.
NoTE.-"From the dungeon Joseph was
exalted to be ruler over all the land of
Egypt. . . . The same fidelity to God was
manifest when he stood in the palace of the
Pharaohs as when in a prisoner's cell.. . .
Through Joseph the attention of the king
and great men of Egypt was directed to the
true God; and though they adhered to
their idolatry, they learned to respect the
principles revealed in the life and char-
acter of the worshiper of
Jehovah."-Pa-
triarchs and Prophets,
page
222.
2.
What key position in Egypt did
Moses refuse in order to answer God's
call to service? Heb. 11:24-27.
NoTE.-"Moses was fitted to take pre-
eminence among the great of the earth, to
shine in the courts of its most glorious
kingdom, and to sway the scepter of its
power. His intellectual greatness distin-
guishes him above the great men of all
ages. As historian, poet, philosopher, gen-
eral of armies, and legislator, he stands
without a peer. Yet with the world before
him, he had the moral strength to refuse
the flattering prospects of wealth and great-
ness and fame, 'choosing rather to suffer
affliction with the people of God, than to
enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season.'
"-
Patriarchs and Prophets,
page 246.
3.
From what humble work did
Elijah summon Elisha to be his suc-
cessor to the prophetic office? 1 Kings
19:19.
NOTE.-Elisha
was a farmer whom God
called to be His witness to Israel in a time
of widespread apostasy. He was one of
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the most faithful of reformers. God con-
firmed Elisha's testimonies to His people
with numerous miracles by the hand of
this faithful prophet.
4.
In what positions of honor were
Daniel and his companions placed in
old Babylon? Dan. 1:17-20; 2:48, 49.
NOTE.—"God brought Daniel and his as-
sociates into connection with the great
men of Babylon, that in the midst of a na-
tion of idolaters they might represent His
character. . . .
"As God called Daniel to witness for
Him in Babylon, so He calls us to be His
witnesses in the world today. In the small-
est as well as the largest affairs of life, He
desires us to reveal to men the principles
of His kingdom. Many are waiting for
some great work to be brought to them,
while daily they lose opportunities for
revealing faithfulness to
God."—Prophets
and Kings,
page 487.
New Testament Witnesses
5.
Why did Christ come to our
world? Luke 19:10; Mark 10:45.
6.
What works of love distin-
guished a disciple at Joppa? How
did her death and resurrection affect
the cause of Christ? Acts 9:36-42.
NOTE.—"In Joppa there was a Dorcas,
whose skillful fingers were more active than
her tongue. She knew who needed com-
fortable clothing and who needed sympathy,
and she freely ministered to the wants of
both classes. And when Dorcas died, the
church in Joppa realized their loss. It is
no wonder that they mourned and la-
mented, nor that warm teardrops fell upon
the inanimate clay. She was of so great
value that by the power of God she was
brought back from the land of the enemy,
that her skill and energy might still be a
blessing to
others."—Testimonies, vol.
5, p.
304.
7.
How was one of the great apos-
tles called into service? Acts 9:1-6, 20.
8.
How did the aged apostle John
explain the secret of his successful
witness for Christ? 1 John 1:1-4.
NOTE.—"Above all his companions, John
the beloved disciple yielded himself to the
power of that wondrous life. He says, 'The
life was manifested, and we have seen it,
and bear witness and show unto you that
eternal life, which was with the Father,
and was manifested unto us.' Of His full-
ness have all we received, and grace for
grace.' . . .
"He who loves Christ the most will do
the greatest amount of good. There is no
limit to the usefulness of one who, by put-
ting self aside, makes room for the work-
ing of the Holy Spirit upon his heart, and
lives a life wholly consecrated to God."—
The Desire of Ages,
pages 250, 251.
Latter-Day Witnesses
9.
How are God's people in the
last days distinguished from the world
about them? Rev. 14:12; 12:17.
NoTE.—The names of James and Ellen
White, Joseph Bates, and a few others
stand out among the pioneers in the rem-
nant church. Let us note just two:
a.
Ellen G. White.
"Her experience was
one of earnest Christian labor, of sacrifice
for the Master she loved. Separated often-
times from her children, denied the com-
forts of home life in her extensive travels,
handicapped frequently by physical suf-
fering, meeting the natural prejudice and
opposition which existed in many minds
against her work, she labored on, faith-
fully and untiringly, even to the close of
life. She rests from her labors, but her
works follow her."—F. M. Wilcox,
The
Testimony of Jesus
(1944 ed.), p. 160.
b.
Joseph Bates.
"From the beginning of
his connection with the second advent
movement he traveled much; and in his
championing of the views upon which
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Seventh-day Adventists came to unite,
though in his fifties and sixties, he under-
took journeys and endured hardships that
often overcame younger men. He traveled
in Canada in the depths of winter, wad-
ing deep snows and enduring below-zero
temperatures; he ranged the mountains of
Vermont and New Hampshire; he led the
way into the forests and swamps of Michi-
gan and the prairies and woods of Illinois,
Iowa, and Wisconsin. Preaching, visiting
in the homes, writing, and drawing the
scattered sheep into bands and preparing
and appointing shepherds over them, Fa-
ther Bates, as he came to be called in his
later years, was pioneer and more than
pioneer. . . .
"His soul was engrossed in the blessed
hope of the soon-coming Christ."—Arthur
W. Spalding,
Captains of the Host,
pages
42, 43.
10.
What honor and reward will
be received by many who
give
their
lives witnessing for Christ? Rev. 20:4.
The Witness God Accepts
11.
What must characterize the
life of those who would be witnesses
for God? Heb. 12:1, 2.
12.
What preparation for witness-
ing does the apostle Paul admonish
Christians to make? Heb. 12:11-15.
NOTE—"Human effort will be efficient in
the work of God just according to the con-
secrated devotion of the worker—by re-
vealing the power of the grace of Christ
to transform the life. We are to be distin-
guished from the world because God has
placed His seal upon us, because He mani-
fests in us His own character of love. Our
Redeemer covers us with His righteousness.
"In choosing men and women for His
service, God does not ask whether they
possess worldly wealth, learning, or elo-
quence. He asks, `Do they walk in such
humility that I can teach them My way?
Can I put My words into their lips? Will
they represent Me?'
"God can use every person just in pro-
portion as He can put His Spirit into the
soul temple. The work that He will accept
is the work that reflects His image. His
followers are to bear, as their credentials
to the world, the ineffaceable characteristics
of His immortal principles."—The
Ministry
of Healing,
page 37.
Lesson 3, for January 19, 1963
Objectives of Witnessing
MEMORY VERSE:
"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only-begotten Son,
that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life."
John 3:16.
STUDY HELPS:
"Christian Service," pages 77-112; "Christ's Object Lessons," chap-
ter, "'Go Into the Highways and Hedges;' " "S.D.A. Bible Commentary."
LESSON AIM:
To show that the objectives of witnessing are threefold: (1) The
salvation of
souls; (2) the glory of God; (3) the spiritual development of the
witness himself.
DAILY STUDY ASSIGNMENT AND RECORD
Check Here
Sabbath afternoon: General survey.
❑
Sunday: Questions 1-4.
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Monday: Questions 5-8.
❑
Tuesday: Questions 9-11; begin
reading Study Helps.
❑
Check
Here
Wednesday: Questions 12, 13;
read further from Study Helps.
❑
Thursday: Finish reading Study
Helps.
❑
Friday: Review entire lesson.
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Lesson Outline
Introduction
I. Salvation of Lost Sinners
1.
Value of our soul. Luke 15:3-7.
2.
Jesus weeps over Jerusalem. Luke
19:41-44; Matt. 23:37, 38.
3.
"The end of our faith." 1 Peter
1:9.
4.
True values. Mark 8:36, 37.
II. The Glory of God
5. Glory ascribed to God's name. Rev.
15:2-4; Matt. 6:13, last part.
III. Salvation of Our Own Souls
6. Responsible for the lost. Ezek.
3:17-20.
7. Jonah and Nineveh. Jonah 1:1-4,
15, 17; 3:1-5.
8. Why we are witnesses. 2 Cor.
4:5-7.
IV. A Witness to All the World
9. The gospel commission. Matt. 28:
18-20; Mark 16:15-18.
10. Extent of gospel preaching. Matt.
24:14.
11. Results of rejecting the gospel. Acts
18:1-6.
V. A Burden for the Erring
12. Moses' burden for the erring ones.
Ex. 32:30-32.
13. Compel them to come in. Luke
14:23.
THE LESSON
Introduction
"If Christ left the ninety and nine, that
He might seek and save the one lost sheep,
can we be justified in doing less? Is not
a neglect to work even as Christ worked, to
sacrifice as He sacrificed, a betrayal of
sacred trusts, an insult to God?
"Sound an alarm throughout the length
and breadth of the earth. Tell the peo-
ple that the day of the Lord is near and
hasteth greatly. Let none be left un-
warned. We might have been in the place
of the poor souls that are in error. We
might have been placed among barbarians.
According to the truth we have received
above others, we are debtors to impart the
same to
them."-Testimonies,
vol. 6, p. 22.
Salvation of Lost Sinners
1. How did Christ illustrate the
value of one lost soul? Luke 15:3-7.
NOTE.-"In the parable the shepherd
goes out to search for one sheep-the very
least that can be numbered. So if there
had been but one lost soul, Christ would
have died for that
one."-Christ's Object
Lessons,
page 187.
"One soul is of more value to heaven
than a whole world of property, houses,
lands, money. For the conversion of one
soul we should tax our resources to the
utmost. One soul won to Christ will flash
heaven's light all around him, penetrating
the moral darkness and saving other souls."
-Testimonies,
vol. 6, pp. 21, 22.
2.
How did Jesus express His feel-
ings over Jerusalem, the city which
rejected Him? Luke 19:41-44; Matt.
23:37, 38.
NorE.-"The loss of even one soul is a
calamity infinitely outweighing the gains
and treasures of a world; but as Christ
looked upon Jerusalem, the doom of a
whole city, a whole nation, was before Him
-that city, that nation, which had once
been the chosen of God, His peculiar trea-
sure."-The
Great Controversy,
page 21.
3.
What is the outcome of our
faith? 1 Peter 1:9. Compare 1 Peter
2:25.
4.
How did Jesus show that earthly
gain is not as valuable as it seems?
Mark 8:36, 37.
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The Glory of God
5.
How will the redeemed saints
glorify the name of God? Rev. 15:
2-4; Matt. 6:13, last part.
NOTE.—In the song of Moses and the
Lamb, the redeemed saints ascribe honor
and glory to God for their redemption.
They praise the Lord, not themselves, for
their great salvation. Jesus said that even
the sickness and death of Lazarus was "for
the glory of God." John 11:4. In all soul-
winning effort it must be kept in mind that
in the end the results of our long encoun-
ter with sin and opposition will be an
endless life and, most important, glory and
honor to God.
Salvation of Our Own Souls
6.
What did God say He would
require at the hand of Ezekiel? Ezek.
3:17-20. Compare Acts 20:25-27.
NOTE.—Guilt rests upon the unfaithful
witness—a woe and the blood of souls. A
note in Ellen G. White's first book explained,
"A sense of duty to my brethren and sisters
and a desire that the blood of souls might
not be found on my garments have gov-
erned me in writing this little work."—
Early Writings,
page 76. All of God's ser-
vants through the ages have sensed that a
woe from God would be upon them if
they did not take the gospel to their fel-
lowmen. See 1 Cor. 9:16.
7.
What happened to Jonah when
he refused to deliver God's word to
Nineveh? Jonah 1:1-4, 15, 17; 3:1-5.
NOTE.—The best help for ourselves is to
help others to find Christ.
"Let the desponding ones, those dis-
posed to think the way to life is very try-
ing and difficult, go to work and seek to
help others. In such efforts, mingled with
prayer for divine light, their own hearts
will throb with the quickening influence of
the grace of God; their own affections will
glow with more divine fervor, and their
whole Christian life will be more of a
reality, more earnest, more prayerful."—
Testimonies,
vol. 4,
p. 320.
8.
Whose power is manifest in the
preaching of the gospel? 2 Cor. 4:5-7.
NOTE.—" 'We have this treasure in
earthen vessels, that the exceeding great-
ness of the power may be of God, and not
from ourselves.' 2 Cor. 4:7, R.V. This is why
the preaching of the gospel was committed
to erring men rather than to the angels.
It is manifest that the power which works
through the weakness of humanity is the
power of God; and thus we are encouraged
to believe that the poVver which can help
others as weak as ourselves can help us.
And those who are themselves 'compassed
with infirmity' should be able to 'have com-
passion on the ignorant, and on them that
are out of the way.' Heb. 5:2. Having been
in peril themselves, they are acquainted
with the dangers and difficulties of the way,
and for this reason are called to reach out
for others in like peril."—The
Desire of
Ages,
page 297.
A Witness to All the World
9.
What commission did Christ
give to His church? Matt. 28:18-20;
Mark 16:15-18.
NOTE.—"Among those to whom the Sav-
iour had given the commission, `Go ye
therefore, and teach all nations,' were many
from the humbler walks of life—men and
women who had learned to love their Lord,
and who had determined to follow His ex-
ample of unselfish service. To these lowly
ones, as well as to the disciples who had
been with the Saviour during His earthly
ministry, had been given a precious trust.
They were to carry to the world the glad
tidings of salvation through Christ."—The
Acts of the Apostles,
pages 105, 106.
10.
To what extent was the gospel
to be preached? Matt. 24:14.
NoTE.—"As a witness" the gospel was to
be proclaimed in all the world. That is,
as a testimony of divine truth revealing
God's plan for saving men. Paul said that
"the grace of God that bringeth salvation
to all men, hath appeared." Titus 2:11,
margin. But not all who hear the gospel
accept it. "This is the condemnation," said
Jesus, "that light is come into the world,
and men loved darkness rather than light,
because their deeds were evil." John 3:19.
If the gospel is to be preached "as a wit-
ness" in all the world before Christ re-
turns, His second coming will not find the
world wholly unprepared. This "witness"
is God's act of mercy to this last genera-
tion of men. The witness of Noah to the
antediluvians, of Lot to Sodom, and of the
early Christians in the first century were
similar.
11. What solemn words did Paul
speak to those who rejected the gos-
pel? Acts 18:1-6. Compare Ezek. 33:
4, 5.
Nom—Satan has always charged that
there is injustice with God, but this is a
false charge. God is "just, and the justifier
of him which believeth in Jesus." Rom.
3:26. He is also just when He condemns
to oblivion those "that know not God, and
that obey not the gospel of our Lord Jesus
Christ." 2 Thess. 1:8. The preaching of
the gospel in all the world, giving to all
men the opportunity to be saved, clears
God of Satan's charges. This final justifica-
tion of God's dealings with men and angels
is one goal that will be attained through
the gospel witness of His church.
A Burden for the Erring
12.
How did Moses express his
deep concern for the souls of his
erring people? Ex. 32:30-32. Com-
pare Rom. 9:1-4.
Nora.—"So great was Moses' love for his
erring brethren that, if he could not pre-
vent their destruction, he did not want to
see it (see Num. 11:15). He was willing not
to be 'written among the living' (see Isa.
4:3). He was willing to surrender his own
life, if that would serve to atone for their
sin. He was willing to bear their guilt, here
and in the hereafter, in order to secure
their forgiveness. . . . Moses performed
many noble acts, but this was the noblest
of them all. . . . Moses is a type of the
Good Shepherd, who laid down His life
for the sheep (John 10:11, 15), who was
'cut off out of the land of the living: for
the transgression' of His people (Isa. 53:8;
Dan. 9:26; John 15:13)."—S.D.A.
Bible
Commentary,
on Ex. 32:32.
13.
What command was given to
the servant in the parable of the great
supper? Luke 14:23.
NOTE.—"Jesus here . . . emphasizes the
urgency of the invitation and the compelling
force of divine grace. Loving-kindness was
to be the compelling force."—S.D
A. Bible
Commentary,
on Luke 14:23.
Lesson 4, for January 26, 1963
The Revelation of God's Love
MEMORY VERSE: "Herein is love, not that we loved God, but that He loved us, and
sent His Son to be the propitiation for our sins. Beloved, if God so loved us,
we ought also to love one another." 1 John 4:10, 11.
STUDY HELPS: "Steps to Christ," chapter, "God's Love for Man;" "The Acts of the
Apostles," pages 539-545; "The Adventist Home," pages 195-199; "S.D.A.
Bible Commentary."
LESSON AIM: To show that (1) the gospel is the revelation of God's love to men,
and (2) the most powerful argument
in
favor of its acceptance is the life of a
loving and lovable Christian.
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DAILY STUDY ASSIGNMENT AND RECORD
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Lesson Outline
Introduction
I. Appeal of God's Love
1.
Drawn by loving-kindness. Jer.
31:3.
2.
Revealed through Christ. John
1:18; 3:16; 1 John 4:8-10.
3.
The essential knowledge. John
15:9; 16:27; 17:3.
4.
Love begets love. 1 John 4:19;
Rom. 5:5-8.
II. How Christ Revealed God's Love
5.
By serving humanity. Acts 10:38;
Matt. 9:35, 36.
6.
In teachings and manner. Matt.
7:29; John 7:37-46.
7.
With converting power. John 4:15,
19, 28-30.
Ill. Qualities for Christian Witnessing
8.
Love, the essential credential.
1 John 4:7; John 13:35.
9.
Love expressed in deeds. 1 John
3:16-18.
10.
Winsomeness, forbearance, pre-
paredness. James 5:19, 20; Eph.
4:1, 2; 1 Peter 3:15, 16.
11.
Skillful, tactful teaching. 2 Tim.
2:24-26.
12.
Dependence on the Holy Spirit for
results. John 16:7, 8.
IV. Fruitage and Reward
13.
The early church harvest. Acts
2:41, 47, last part; 4:4.
14.
The soul winner's reward. Ps.
126:6; Matt. 25:31-40.
THE LESSON
Introduction
"If we love God because He first loved
us, we shall love all for whom Christ died.
We cannot come in touch with divinity
without coming in touch with humanity;
for in Him who sits upon the throne of
the universe, divinity and humanity are
combined. Connected with Christ, we are
connected with our fellowmen by the
golden links of the chain of love. Then
the pity and compassion of Christ will be
manifest in our life. We shall not wait
to have the needy and unfortunate brought
to us. We shall not need to be entreated
to feel for the woes of others. It will be
as natural for us to minister to the needy
and suffering as it was for Christ to go
about doing
good."-Christ's Object Les-
sons,
pages 384, 385.
Appeal of God's Love
1.
What eternal principle of God's
character attracts us to Him? Jer.
31:3.
NoTE.-"The gospel is the revelation of
God's love to men, and means everything
that is essential to the happiness and well-
being of
humanity."-Fundamentals of
Christian Education,
page 186.
2.
Through whom was the won-
derful love of God revealed in its
fullness to the world? John 1:18;
3:16; 1 John 4:8-10.
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NoTE.—"Christ came to the earth and
stood before the children of men with the
hoarded love of eternity, and this is the
treasure that, through our connection with
Him, we are to receive, to reveal, and to im-
part."—The
Ministry of Healing,
page 37.
3.
What essential knowledge did
Christ bring to men? John 15:9; 16:
27; 17:3.
NoTE.—"The highest possible good is ob-
tained through a knowledge of God. 'This
is life eternal, that they might know Thee
the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom
Thou hast sent.' John 17:3. This knowl-
edge is the secret spring from which flows
all
power."—Counsels to Parents, Teachers,
and Students,
page 406.
Gods love offering of His Son on Calvary
and Jesus' voluntary sacrifice of Himself
provided the whole universe with such a
glimpse of the character of God as it had
never seen ! To know God is to love Him.
If we do not love Him, it is simply be-
cause we do not know Him.
4.
What is the incentive for loving
and serving God? 1 John 4:19; Rom.
5:5-8.
How Christ Revealed God's Love
5.
How did Christ serve humanity?
Acts 10:38; Matt. 9:35, 36.
NoTE.—"Christ stood at the head of
humanity in the garb of humanity. So full
of sympathy and love was His attitude
that the poorest was not afraid to come to
Him. He was kind to all, easily approached
by the most lowly. He went from house to
house, healing the sick, feeding the hungry,
comforting the mourners, soothing the af-
flicted, speaking peace to the distressed."
—Welfare Ministry,
page 170.
6.
With what assurance did Jesus
teach the people, and with what re-
sults? Matt. 7:29; John 7:37-46.
NOTE.—It was impossible to listen to the
Great Teacher without being convicted by
the doctrine of love, truth, and grace that
He taught. The incarnate Christ was the
perfect expression of divine love and au-
thority. All of this was revealed in His
manner as a teacher as much as in the
lessons that He imparted and in His acts
as a healer and benefactor of the poor. "His
eyes were lighted up with unutterable love,
and the heavenly expression upon His coun-
tenance gave meaning to every word
ut-
tered."—Testimonies,
vol. 5, p. 253.
"His illustrations were so appropriate,
His words so sympathetic and cheerful,
that His hearers were charmed. . . . Gra-
cious, tenderhearted, pitiful, He went about
lifting up the bowed down and comforting
the sorrowful. Wherever He went, He car-
ried blessing."—The
Ministry of Healing,
page 24.
7.
How did the woman of Samaria
respond to Jesus' message? John 4:
15, 19, 28-30.
NoTE.—The water of salvation that
Christ offered (John 4:10-14), the Samari-
tan woman eagerly accepted. Drinking
deeply of the draught, she immediately set
out to share the refreshing with others.
This is the sure result in every person's life
who has found satisfaction in Jesus.
"When the love of Christ is enshrined in
the heart, like sweet fragrance it cannot be
hidden. Its holy influence will be felt by
all with whom we come in contact. The
spirit of Christ in the heart is like a spring
in the desert, flowing to refresh all, and
making those who are ready to perish,
eager to drink of the water of
life."—Steps
to Christ,
page 77.
Qualities for Christian Witnessing
8.
What important credential dis-
tinguishes every messenger of Christ?
1 John 4:7; John 13:35.
NoTE.—"Supreme love for God and un-
selfish love for one another—this is the best
gift that our heavenly Father can bestow.
This love is not an impulse, but a divine
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principle, a permanent power. The uncon-
secrated heart cannot originate or produce
it. Only in the heart where Jesus reigns
is it found. 'We love Him, because He first
loved us.' In the heart renewed by divine
grace, love is the ruling principle of action.
It modifies the character, governs the im-
pulses, controls the passions, and ennobles
the affections. This love, cherished in the
soul, sweetens the life, and sheds a refining
influence on all around."—The
Acts of the
Apostles,
page 551.
"Men cannot love God supremely and
their neighbor as themselves, and be as
cold as icebergs. Not only do they rob
God of the love due Him, but they rob
their neighbor as
well."—Testimonies,
vol.
4, p. 548.
9.
How is the love of God ex-
pressed in human relations? 1 John
3:16-18.
NOTE.—"`Let us not love in word,' the
apostle writes, 'but in deed and in truth.'
The completeness of Christian character is
attained when the impulse to help and bless
others springs constantly from within. It
is the atmosphere of this love surrounding
the soul of the believer that makes him a
savor of life unto life and enables God to
bless his work."—The
Acts of the Apostles,
page 551.
10.
With what spirit are we to
live and serve the Lord Jesus Christ?
James 5:19, 20; Eph. 4:1, 2; 1 Peter
3:15, 16.
NOTE.—"A kind, courteous Christian is
the most powerful argument that can
be
produced in favor of Christianity."—Gospel
Workers,
page 122.
"Whatsoever is done out of pure love,
be it ever so little or contemptible in the
sight of men, is wholly fruitful; for God
regards more with how much love one
worketh than the amount he doeth."—
Testimonies, vol.
2, p. 135.
11.
What cautions are given to
Christians? 2 Tim. 2:24-26. Compare
Phil. 2:14, 15.
Nom.—"No one was ever reclaimed by
reproach ; but many have thus been re-
pelled, and have been led to steel their
hearts against conviction. A tender spirit,
a gentle, winning deportment, may save
the erring and hide a multitude of sins."—
The Ministry of Healing,
page 166.
12.
What promise gives assurance
to the soul winner? John 16:7, 8.
Compare Rom. 5:5.
Nom.—"God will give you the Holy
Spirit to convict and convert the soul."—
Testimonies,
vol. 6, p. 81.
"The Holy Spirit will come to all who
are begging for the bread of life to give to
their neighbors."—/bid., p. 90.
Fruitage and Reward
13.
What fruitage was seen by the
first disciples? Acts 2:41, 47, last
part; 4:4.
Nom.—"The church beheld converts
flocking to her from all directions. Back-
sliders were reconverted. Sinners united
with believers in seeking the pearl of great
price. Some who had been the bitterest
opponents of the gospel became its cham-
pions.... Every Christian saw in his brother
a revelation of divine love and benevolence.
One interest prevailed; one subject of emu-
lation swallowed up all others. The ambi-
tion of the believers was to reveal the
likeness of Christ's character and to labor
for the enlargement of His kingdom."—The
Acts of the Apostles,
page 48.
14.
What assurance do we have
that the one who bears a faithful wit-
ness will be rewarded? Ps. 126:6;
Matt. 25:31-40.
Nom.—The ultimate reward of all who
minister God's love faithfully to their fel-
lowmen is made plain in the Scriptures.
"The truth is soon to triumph gloriously,
and all who now choose to be laborers to-
gether with God will triumph with it."—
Testimonies,
vol. 9, p. 135.
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Lesson 5, for February 2, 1963
Christ-Centered Witnessing
MEMORY VERSE:
"For I determined not to know anything among you, save Jesus
Christ, and Him crucified." 1 Cor. 2:2.
STUDY HELPS:
"Testimonies," vol. 6, pp. 53, 54; "Education," pages 262-271; "The
Acts of the Apostles," pages 35-46; "S.D.A. Bible Commentary."
LESSON AIM:
To show that our success in presenting the last message of mercy to
the world will be in proportion to our revelation of Christ, the sin-pardoning
Saviour.
DAILY STUDY ASSIGNMENT AND RECORD
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Sabbath afternoon: General survey.
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Sunday: Questions 1-4.
❑
Monday: Questions 5-7; begin
reading Study Helps.
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Tuesday: Questions 8-10.
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Wednesday: Questions 12-14; read
further from Study Helps.
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Thursday: Finish reading Study
Helps.
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Friday: Review entire lesson.
Lesson Outline
Introduction
I. Christ in the Gospel
1.
Theme of Philip's witness. Acts
8:35.
2.
Healed demoniac's testimony.
Mark 5:19, 20.
3.
First angel's message. Rev. 14:6.
4.
Hope only in Christ. Acts 4:12;
Matt. 1:21.
II.
The Christ-Filled Life
5.
Christ in us. Gal. 2:20; 4:19;
2 Cor. 13:5, 6.
6.
A shield against temptation. Rom.
8:10-14.
7.
Most readable epistle. 2 Cor. 3:3.
Ill. Christ in Home and Health
8. Influence of parents' example.
1 Peter 3:1-4; Eph. 6:1-4.
9. Christ the Healer. Ex. 15:26, last
part; Ps. 103:1-3; 147:3.
10. Youth trained for service. Isa.
54:13; 61:9; 52:7.
IV. Worldwide Witnessing
11. The great commission. Matt. 28:19,
20.
12. Witnesses for gospel's closing
hours. Rev. 14:6-14.
V. Christ Our Hope for Eternity
13. The center of worship. Rev.
15:2-4.
14. "The Lamb that was slain." Rev.
5:12-14.
THE LESSON
Introduction
"Christ and Him crucified, is the message
God would have His servants sound
through the length and breadth of the
world."-Ellen G. White,
Review and Her-
ald,
Sept. 29, 1896.
"Never should a sermon be preached, or
Bible instruction in any line be given, with-
out pointing the hearers to 'the Lamb of
God, which taketh away the sin of the
world.' John 1:29. Every true doctrine
makes Christ the center, every precept re-
ceives force from His words. Keep before
the people the cross of
Calvary."-Testimo-
nies,
vol. 6, p. 54.
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Christ in the Gospel
The Christ-Filled Life
1.
Who was the theme of Philip's
witness to the Ethiopian? Acts 8:35.
Nom—Christ is the very center of the
gospel, for the gospel is the good news
that the Son of God came into the world
to save sinners and that therefore we need
not perish.
"To preach Jesus is the work, not only
of every preacher of the gospel, but of every
Christian, whether the preaching is done
by word or by the witness of the daily
life. Whatever the announced subject of a
sermon, its burden should be Jesus Christ."
—S.D.A. Bible Commentary,
on Acts 8:35.
2.
To whom was the healed de-
moniac to bear witness? Mark 5:
19, 20.
NOTE.—"Tell them how great things the
Lord hath done for thee, and hath had
compassion on thee." Love for the merci-
ful, sin-pardoning Saviour, Jesus Christ,
unseals the lips and opens the fountains
of grateful praise to God.
3.
What does the first of the three
angels of Revelation 14 proclaim?
Rev. 14:6.
NoTE.—The gospel is glad tidings for all
mankind, the good news concerning Christ
crucified, risen, and coming soon. It is "the
power of God unto salvation to everyone
that believeth." Rom. 1:16. This gospel is
"everlasting." In every age it has been good
news. It is still good news in these last
days, to be attested to by those who have
experienced its transforming power.
"Everywhere men are unsatisfied. They
long for something to supply the need of
the soul. Only One can meet that want.
The need of the world, 'The Desire of all
nations,' is Christ. The divine grace which
He alone can impart, is as living water,
purifying, refreshing, and invigorating the
soul."—The
Desire of Ages,
page 187.
4.
Why is it essential that we dwell
upon the excellency of Christ? Acts
4:12; Matt. 1:21.
5.
Who is to dwell as a living
presence in the heart of every Chris-
tian? Gal. 2:20; 4:19; 2 Cor. 13:5, 6.
NoTE.—We are to "examine" and "prove"
our thoughts and actions to see whether
or not we are in the faith. This means
having Christ in us. Here is the test of
Christianity. "Reprobates" is from a Greek
word,
adokimoi,
which means, "those who
have failed the test."
"The badge of Christianity is not an
outward sign, not the wearing of a cross
or a crown, but it is that which reveals
the union of man with God. By the power
of His grace manifested in the transforma-
tion of character the world is to be con-
vinced that God has sent His Son as its
Redeemer. No other influence that can sur-
round the human soul has such power as
the influence of an unselfish life. The
strongest argument in favor of the gospel
is a loving and lovable Christian."—The
Ministry of Healing,
page 470.
6.
How does the indwelling pres-
ence of Christ in the heart affect the
life? Rom. 8:10-14.
NOTE.—"As a shield from temptation and
an inspiration to purity and truth, no other
influence can equal the sense of God's
presence. 'All things are naked and opened
unto the eyes of Him with whom we have
to do.' He is 'of purer eyes than to behold
evil, and canst not look on iniquity.' He-
brews 4:13 ; Habakkuk 1:13. This thought
was Joseph's shield amidst the corruptions
of Egypt. To the allurements of temptation
his answer was steadfast: 'How . . . can
I do this great wickedness, and sin against
God?' Genesis
39:9."—Education,
page 255.
7.
What did Paul declare concern-
ing the Corinthians? 2 Cor. 3:3.
NoTE.—The most readable epistle that
God can offer to the world is a transformed
Christian life.
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"The Christian in his business life is to
represent to the world the manner in which
our Lord would conduct business enter-
prises. In every transaction he is to make
it manifest that God is his teacher. 'Holi-
ness unto the Lord' is to be written upon
daybooks and ledgers, on deeds, receipts,
and bills of exchange. Those who profess to
be followers of Christ, and who deal in an
unrighteous manner, are bearing false wit-
ness against the character of a holy, just,
and merciful God."—The
Desire of Ages,
page 556.
Christ in Home and Health
8.
What influence can one Chris-
tian have in the home? 1 Peter 3:1-4;
Eph. 6:1-4.
NOTE.—"Without the word.
Literally,
`without a word,' without talk.' . .. Some-
times a believing wife may be tempted to
argue, and to attempt to overwhelm her
husband by logical evidence. Generally
speaking this is not the best way to win
an unbelieving husband. . . . A quiet self-
restraint, a gentle, holy life of self-denial,
presents an unanswerable argument, and
is usually much more effective than con-
stant talk and argument."—S.D.A.
Bible
Commentary,
on 1 Peter 3:1.
An exasperated mother asked her pastor,
"How can I convert my daughter? I have
scolded her, I have threatened her, I have
whipped her, and she still does not dress
as a Christian should." The pastor inquired,
"Is she otherwise a kind and obedient
child?" The mother said, "Yes, she is a
Christian in every other way." "Then my
advice to you is to return and ask her to
forgive you for the way you have acted."
The astonished mother said, "Do you mean
I should apologize? But why should
I
apologize? She is the one who has done
wrong." The pastor explained, "She is not
as wrong as you are. She has only neglected
one item, but you have missed the very
heart of the dress-reform message—the
meek and quiet spirit of Christ."
9.
Who is said to be the Source of
all health and healing? Ex. 15:26,
last part; Ps. 103:1-3; 147:3.
NOTE.—"Our Saviour's words, 'Come
unto Me, . . . and I will give you rest,'
. . . are a prescription for the healing of
physical, mental, and spiritual ills. Though
men have brought suffering upon them-
selves by their own wrongdoing, He re-
gards them with pity. In Him they may
find help. He will do great things for
those who trust in
Him."—The Ministry of
Healing,
page 115.
10.
What hope does Isaiah hold
out to Christian parents as they seek
to train their children for service in
the cause of God? Isa. 54:13; 61:9;
52:7.
Worldwide Witnessing
11.
What worldwide commission
did Christ give to all His followers?
Matt. 28:19, 20.
NOTE.—"The people of the world are
worshiping false gods. They are to be
turned from their false worship, not by
hearing denunciation of their idols, but by
beholding something better. God's good-
ness is to be made known. 'Ye are My
witnesses, saith the Lord, that I am God.' "
—Christ's Object Lessons,
page 299.
12.
What great message is to circle
the globe in these last days of time?
Rev. 14:6-14.
NOTE.—"The time of test is just upon
us, for the loud cry of the third angel has
already begun in the revelation of the
righteousness of Christ, the sin-pardoning
Redeemer. This is the beginning of the
light of the angel whose glory shall fill the
whole earth."—Ellen G. White,
Review and
Herald,
Nov. 22, 1892.
"Several have written to me, inquiring
if the message of justification by faith is the
third angel's message, and I have answered,
`It is the third angel's message in verity.' "
—Ibid.,
April 1, 1890.
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Christ Our Hope for Eternity
13.
In eternity who will be the
center of praise, worship, and adora-
tion? Rev. 15:2-4.
NorE.—"Stand on the threshold of eter-
nity and hear the gracious welcome given
to those who in this life have cooperated
with Christ, regarding it as a privilege and
an honor to suffer for His sake. . . .
"There the redeemed ones greet those
who directed them to the uplifted Saviour.
They unite in praising Him who died that
human beings might have the life that
measures with the life of
God."—The
Ministry of Healing,
page 506.
14.
Why do the angelic hosts and
the redeemed ascribe praise to the
Lamb? Rev. 5:12-14.
NcrrE.—Only the Lamb who was willing
to be slain for the redemption of man is
worthy of such honor as is showered upon
Him in this doxology of praise.
"With joy unutterable, rulers and prin-
cipalities and powers acknowledge the
supremacy of the Prince of life. The an-
gel host prostrate themselves before Him,
while the glad shout fills all the courts of
heaven. . . .
"Songs of triumph mingle with the music
from angel harps, till heaven seems to over-
flow with joy and praise. Love has con-
quered. The lost is found. Heaven rings
with voices in lofty strains proclaiming,
`Blessing, and honor, and glory, and power,
be unto Him that sitteth upon the throne,
and unto the Lamb forever and ever.' Rev.
5:13."—The Desire of Ages,
pages 834, 835.
"The
study of the Bible de-
mands our most diligent ef-
fort and persevering thought.
As the miner digs for the
golden treasure in the earth,
so earnestly, persistently,
must we seek for the treasure
of God's
word."—Education,
page 189.
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Lesson 6, for February 9, 1963
Meekness and Humility in Witnessing
MEMORY VERSE: "Verily I say unto you, Except ye be converted, and become as
little children, ye shall not enter into the kingdom of heaven." Matt. 18:3.
STUDY HELPS: "Thoughts From the Mount of Blessing," pages 6-18 (1943 ed., pp.
17-33); "Testimonies," vol. 4, pp. 84-94, 527; "S.D.A. Bible Commentary."
LESSON AIM: To show that meekness and humility are prerequisites to the recep-
tion of divine power for witnessing and that the proud and self-sufficient can
never receive Christ or represent Him successfully.
DAILY STUDY ASSIGNMENT AND RECORD
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Lesson Outline
III. Meekness and Humility
Introduction
I.
The Condescension of Jesus
1.
His exalted position. Phil. 2:5, 6;
Col. 2:9; John 13:13.
2.
His humble position. Phil. 2:7, 8;
John 1:1-3, 14.
3.
His unselfish ministry. Matt. 20:
20-28; Luke 17:7-10.
II. Jesus' Way With Humanity
4.
At Jacob's well. John 4:5-15.
5.
Commendation of Nathanael.
John 1:47-49.
6.
Teaching humility to disciples.
John 13:3-5, 12-17.
7.
Moses' meekness under attack.
Num. 12:1-3.
8.
Isaiah humbled by God's glory.
Isa. 6:1-9.
9.
Saul's conversion and humility.
Acts 9:1-6.
10.
Lessons for church leaders. Rom.
12:10; 1 Peter 5:1-6.
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IV. Witnessing With Meekness
11.
Meekness for last-day witnessing.
Zeph. 2:1-3.
12.
God's promises to the meek. Ps.
25:9; James 1:5-8.
13.
Inheritance of the meek. Matt. 5:5.
THE LESSON
Introduction
"The Majesty of heaven clothed Him-
self with the humility of a child. This is
the character of Christ. Are we walking in
His
footsteps?"-Testimonies, vol.
5, p.
422.
"Said Jesus to His disciples: 'Learn of
Me; for I am meek and lowly in heart.'
I would plead with those who have ac-
cepted the position of teachers, to first be-
come humble learners, and ever to remain
as pupils in the school of Christ to receive
from the Master lessons of meekness and
lowliness of heart. Humility of spirit, com-
bined with earnest activity, will result in
the salvation of souls so dearly purchased
by the blood of Christ."-Ibid., vol. 4, p.
527.
The Condescension of Jesus
1. What exalted position did Christ
occupy? Phil. 2:5, 6; Col. 2:9; John
13:13.
NOTE.-"Christ was God essentially, and
in the highest sense. He was with God
from all eternity, God over all, blessed for-
evermore. The Lord Jesus Christ, the divine
Son of God, existed from eternity, a dis-
tinct person, yet one with the Father. He
was the surpassing glory of heaven. He
was the commander of the heavenly in-
telligences, and the adoring homage of the
angels was received by Him as His right.
He was equal with God, infinite and om-
nipotent."-The
Faith I Live By,
page 46.
2.
In order to save us, to what level
did Christ descend? Phil. 2:7, 8; John
1:1-3, 14.
NOTE.-"He for our sakes laid aside his
royal robe, stepped down from the throne
in heaven, and condescended to clothe His
divinity with humility, and became like one
of us except in sin, that His life and char-
acter should be a pattern for all to copy,
that they might have the precious gift of
eternal life."-Ellen G. White,
The Youth's
Instructor,
Oct. 20, 1886.
3.
What vital lesson did Jesus teach
His followers? Matt. 20:20-28; Luke
17:7-10.
NoTE.-"In His life and lessons, Christ
has given a perfect exemplification of the
unselfish ministry which has its origin in
God. God does not live for Himself. By
creating the world, and by upholding all
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things, He is constantly ministering for
others. 'He maketh His sun to rise on the
evil and on the good, and sendeth rain on
the just and on the unjust.' Matt. 5:45.
This ideal of ministry God has committed
to His Son. Jesus was given to stand at
the head of humanity, that by His example
He might teach what it means to minister.
His whole life was under a law of service."
—The Desire of Ages,
page 649.
Jesus' Way With Humanity
4.
How did Christ approach the
sinful woman at Jacob's well, and
with what response? John 4:5-15.
NoTE.—"Jesus saith unto her, Give Me
to drink." He humbly requested a favor.
His disarming manner aroused questions of
inquiry in her mind. This was exactly what
Jesus wanted. His answers provided for
her the formula for salvation. Jesus' method
of contacting a stranger by humbly asking
a favor is one of the best methods of
making friends and favorably influencing
people.
5.
How did Jesus commend the ac-
tions of an honesthearted inquirer,
and with what results? John 1:47-49.
NoTE.—Honest approval of sincere, in-
quiring attitudes will win hearts; there-
fore avoid being suspicious of others' mo-
tives. "Treat every man as honest. Speak
no word, do no deed, that will confirm any
in unbelief."—Gospel
Workers,
page 374.
Critical attitudes bespeak pride and haugh-
tiness, which the Lcrd, as well as man,
hates. Prov. 16:5.
6.
What menial service did Jesus
perform in order to impress upon the
disciples the lesscn of true humility?
John 13:3-5, 12-17.
NOTE.-"I
am meek and lowly in heart,"
said. Jesus, but His greatness was not
passive in nature; it is continually active.
Not in being served but in serving is great-
ness found. This requires the humility of a
little child; unless we are converted and
become as little children we cannot enter
into the life of His kingdom. Matt. 18:3.
"No one was so exalted as Christ, and
yet He stooped to the humblest duty. That
His people might not be misled by the self-
ishness which dwells in the natural heart,
and which strengthens by self-serving,
Christ Himself set the example of humility."
—The Desire of Ages,
page 649.
"To those who receive the spirit of this
service, it can never become a mere cere-
monial. Its constant lesson will be, 'By
love serve one another.' Gal. 5:13. In wash-
ing the feet of His disciples, Christ gave
evidence that He would do any service,
however humble, that would make them
heirs with Him of the eternal wealth of
heaven's treasure. His disciples, in per-
forming the same rite, pledge themselves in
like manner to serve their brethren."—/bid.,
p. 651.
Meekness and Humility
7.
What was an outstanding char-
acteristic of Moses? Num. 12:1-3.
8.
What was the response of Isaiah
to the vision of the Lord? Isa. 6:1-9.
9.
How did a vision of the Lord
Jesus Christ affect Saul when he was
on a mission to persecute the church?
Acts 9:1-6.
10.
What spirit do the Scriptures
enjoin in all relations of church lead-
ers and people? Rom. 12:10; 1 Peter
5:1-6.
NoTE.—"Let not any human being con-
sider that he is above his fellow workers
because greater responsibilities are involved
in his branch of the work. If he is . . .
seeking for the power that comes alone
from God, that he may represent, not him-
self, not his imperfections in selfish and
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Lesson 7, for February 16, 1963
The Place of Prayer in Witnessing
MEMORY VERSE:
"Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit,
and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints."
Eph. 6:18.
STUDY HELPS:
"Steps to Christ," chapter, "The Privilege of Prayer;" "Testimonies,"
vol. 7, pp. 9-28; "S.D.A. Bible Commentary."
LESSON AIM:
To show that in the place of prayer the greatest battles for souls
are fought and won, and that prayer—public and private—is the stronghold
of all God's witnesses.
DAILY STUDY ASSIGNMENT AND RECORD
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reading Study Helps.
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Tuesday: Questions 8, 9; read
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Wednesday: Questions 10-12.
Thursday: Finish reading Study
Helps.
Friday: Review entire lesson.
Lesson Outline
Introduction
I. Good Soldiers of Jesus Christ
1.
To expect opposition. Matt. 10:16,
17, 22, 34-36; 5:10-12.
2.
Fight against a strong foe. Eph.
6:12.
3.
Weapons for battle. Eph. 6:10, 11,
13-18.
4.
Endure hardness. 2 Tim. 2:3, 4.
II. A Refuge in Prayer
5. The name of the Lord. Prov. 18:10.
6. Jesus' example. Matt. 14:23 ; 26:36;
Mark 1:35.
III. What Prayer Does for Witnesses
7. For Moses. Ex. 34:28-30.
8. The angels cooperate. Heb. 1:14.
9. Angel protection. Ps. 34:7.
IV. Pray Much
—
Receive Much
10. Prayer changes the life. Gen. 32:
24-28.
11. Man's extremity—God's opportu-
nity. Ps. 50:15 ; 76:10.
12. God's sure promises. Matt. 7:7-11;
24:35; Heb. 6:10-20.
THE LESSON
Introduction
"Personal effort for others should be pre-
ceded by much secret prayer; for it re-
quires great wisdom to understand the
science of saving souls. Before communicat-
ing with men, commune with Christ. At
the throne of heavenly grace obtain a prep-
aration for ministering to the people."—
Christ's Object Lessons,
page 149.
Good Soldiers of Jesus Christ
1. How did Jesus prepare His dis-
ciples for the opposition they would
encounter in their public ministry?
Matt. 10:16, 17, 22, 34-36; 5:10-12.
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Nom.—The shining face was but a re-
flection of the inward glory of character.
"Prayer
is
not to work any change in God;
it is to bring us into harmony with God."
—Christ's Object Lessons,
page 143. It is
the glory-filled, transformed life that God
uses in successful witnessing.
8.
What are the angels said to be?
Heb. 1:14.
Nom.—"Today, as verily as in the days
of the apostles, heavenly messengers are
passing through the length and breadth of
the land, seeking to comfort the sorrow-
ing, to protect the impenitent, to win the
hearts of men to Christ. We cannot see
them personally; nevertheless they are with
us, guiding, directing, protecting."—The
Acts of the Apostles,
pages 152, 153.
"The miracles of Christ for the afflicted
and suffering were wrought by the power
of God through the ministration of the
angels. And it is through Christ, by the
ministration of His heavenly messengers,
that every blessing comes from God to us."
—The Desire of Ages,
page 143.
"It is the work of the angels to come
close to the tried, the suffering, the tempted.
They labor untiringly in behalf of those
for whom Christ died. When sinners are
led to give themselves to the Saviour, angels
bear the tidings heavenward, and there is
great rejoicing among the heavenly host.
. . . A report is borne to heaven of every
successful effort on our part to dispel the
darkness and to spread abroad the knowl-
edge of Christ. As the deed is recounted
before the Father, joy thrills through all
the heavenly host."—The
Acts of the Apos-
tles,
pages 153, 154.
9.
How do the angels protect God's
faithful witnesses? Ps. 34:7. Compare
Dan. 6:16-22; Acts 12:5-11.
NOTE.—"Our past life was presented be-
fore me, and
I
was shown that Satan had
sought in various ways to destroy our
usefulness; that many times he had laid
his plans to remove us from the work of
God; he had come in different ways, and
through different agencies, to accomplish
his purposes; but through the ministration
of holy angels he had been defeated. I saw
that in our journeying from place to place,
he had
frequently
placed his evil angels in
our path to cause accident which would
destroy our lives; but holy angels were sent
upon the ground to deliver. Several ac-
cidents have placed my husband and myself
in great peril, and our preservation has
been wonderful."—Testimonies, vol. 1, pp.
346, 347. Italics supplied.
Pray Much—Receive Much
10.
What change took place in
Jacob as he wrestled with God in
prayer? Gen. 32:24-28.
Nom.—"When in faith we take hold of
His strength, He will change, wonderfully
change, the most hopeless, discouraging out-
look. He will do this for the glory of His
name."—Prophets and Kings,
page 260.
"One petition offered up to God in faith
has more power than a wealth of human
intellect."—Testimonies, vol. 2, p. 279.
11.
What help is available to those
in great trouble? Ps. 50:15; 76:10.
Nom.—"God has always wrought for
His people in their greatest extremity,
when there seemed the least hope that ruin
could be averted. The designs of wicked
men, the enemies of the church, are subject
to His power and overruling providence.
He can move upon the hearts of statesmen;
the wrath of the turbulent and disaffected,
the haters of God, His truth, and His peo-
ple can be turned aside, even as the rivers
of water are turned, if He orders it thus."—
Testimonies, vol. 5,
pp. 452, 453.
12.
How sure of fulfillment are
God's promises? Matt. 7:7-11; 24:35;
Heb. 6:10-20.
Nom.—"There is no danger that the
Lord will neglect the prayers of His peo-
ple. The danger is that in temptation and
trial they will become discouraged, and fail
EU]
to persevere in
prayer."—Christ's Object
Lessons,
page 175.
"Then press your petition to the Father
in the name of Jesus. God will honor that
name.
"The rainbow round about the throne is
an assurance that God is true, that in Him
is no variableness, neither shadow of turn-
ing. . . . When we come to Him confess-
ing our unworthiness and sin, He has
pledged Himself to give heed to our cry.
The honor of His throne is staked for the
fulfillment of His word unto
us."—Ibid.,
p. 148.
"Let the teachers enter, heart
and soul, into the subject
matter of the lesson. Let
them lay plans to make a
practical application of the
lesson, and awaken an inter-
est in the minds and hearts."
—Counsels on Sabbath
School Work,
pages 113, 114.
Lesson 8, for February 23, 1963
Golden-Rule Religion
MEMORY VERSE: "Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do
to you, do ye even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets." Matt. 7:12.
STUDY HELPS: "Thoughts From the Mount of Blessing," pages 134-137 (1943 ed.,
pp. 192-197); "Testimonies," vol. 3, pp. 511-513; "S.D.A. Bible Commentary."
LESSON AIM: To show that the success of our Christian witness will be in direct
proportion to our ability to treat others as we would like to be treated our-
selves.
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Lesson Outline
Introduction
I. Humanity Needs Understanding
1.
Cain's evasive question. Gen. 4:9.
2.
The golden rule. Matt. 7:12.
3.
Job and his self-righteous friends.
Job 16:2-5.
4.
God's just and merciful ways with
David. 2 Sam. 24:10-14.
5.
Jesus' parable of the great debtor.
Matt. 18:23-35.
II. Love and Understanding
6.
The good Samaritan. Luke
10:25-37.
7.
God's shepherding love and care.
Isa. 63:7-9; Jer. 3:15; 23:4.
8.
His mercy and justice. Heb.
4:15, 16.
9.
Invitation to the thirsty and weary.
Isa. 55:1-3; Matt. 11:28-30.
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is great; but let me not fall into the hand
of man." Man is too often cruel and un-
reasoning in administering justice. It is this
element in human nature that points up
the urgent need for golden-rule religion.
God is both just and merciful. David would
trust himself and his people to God, but he
was afraid of man.
5.
What lesson does the parable of
the great debtor teach us? Matt. 18:
23:35.
NoTE.—"The great lesson of the parable
lies in the contrast between God's com-
passion and man's hardheartedness; in the
fact that God's forgiving mercy is to be
the measure of our own. `Shouldest not
thou also have had compassion on thy fel-
low servant, even as I had pity on thee?' "
—Christ's Object Lessons,
page 251.
Love and Understanding
6.
In reply to the question, "Who
is my neighbor?" what incident did
Jesus relate? Luke 10:25-37.
NoTE.—The good Samaritan knew more
about real religion than the priest and
Levite. His act of mercy was but the
natural outworking of the principle of the
golden rule. He knew he wouldn't want
to be in the place of the injured man, so
he quickly changed the scene of suffering to
one of comfort and relief. He was a good
neighbor to a stranger.
7.
What did the Lord do for Israel?
What promise of sympathetic guid-
ance did He make? Isa. 63:7-9; Jer.
3:15; 23:4.
NoTE.—Christ practiced the golden rule
when He came from heaven to earth and
assumed human nature. By becoming one
with us and bearing our infirmities, He
shared our problems and entered into our
feelings.
8.
Why is Jesus able to feel the
infirmities of humanity? Heb. 4:15,
16. Compare Isa. 11:1-3, 4, first part.
NoTE.—"He who seeks to transform hu-
manity must himself understand humanity.
Only through sympathy, faith, and love
can men be reached and uplifted. Here
Christ stands revealed as the Master
Teacher; of all that ever dwelt on the
earth, He alone has perfect understanding
of the human soul. . . .
"Christ alone had experience in all the
sorrows and temptations that befall human
beings. Never another of woman born was
so fiercely beset by temptation; never an-
other bore so heavy a burden of the
world's sin and pain. Never was there an-
other whose sympathies were so broad or
so tender. A sharer in all the experiences
of humanity, He could feel not only for,
but with, every burdened and tempted and
struggling
one."—Education,
page 78.
9.
What invitations are extened to
all? Isa. 55:1-3; Matt. 11:28-30.
NorE.—"Go to Him, saying: 'Lord, my
burdens are too heavy for me to carry.
Wilt Thou bear them for me?' And He will
answer: 'I will take them. "With everlast-
ing kindness will I have mercy upon thee."
I will take your sins, and will give you
peace. Banish no longer your self-respect;
for I have bought you with the price of My
own blood. You are Mine. Your weak-
ened will I will strengthen. Your remorse
for sin I will
remove.'"—Testimonies to
Ministers,
pages 519, 520.
Have we experienced the loving-kindness
of the Lord in His dealing with us? Shall
we not reveal the same spirit of patience
and charity to others for whom He died?
Other Ways of Witnessing
10.
How will the Christian relate
himself to the one whom he seeks to
save? Phil. 2:4; 1 Cor. 10:24. Com-
pare Luke 6:31.
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Nom.—"In your association with others,
put yourself in their place. Enter into
their feelings, their difficulties, their disap-
pointments, their joys, and their sorrows.
Identify yourself with them, and then do
to them as, were you to exchange places
with them, you would wish them to deal
with
you."—Thoughts From the Mount of
Blessing,
page 134.
"We become too easily discouraged over
the souls who do not at once respond to
our efforts. Never should we cease to labor
for a soul while there is one gleam of
hope. Precious souls cost our self-sacrific-
ing Redeemer too dear a price to be lightly
given up to the tempter's power.
"We need to put ourselves in the place of
the tempted ones. Consider the power of
heredity, the influence of evil associations
and surroundings, the power of wrong
habits. Can we wonder that under such
influences many become degraded? Can
we wonder that they should be slow to re-
spond to efforts for their uplifting?"—The
Ministry of Healing,
page 168.
11. What should be our attitude
toward those who cause grief and
trouble? 2 Cor. 2:5-8.
NOTE.—"The soul that is conscious of
sincere and honest intentions finds he has
less to fear from God than from men who
have hearts of steel. The soul wrenched
with human agony turns away from the
misjudgment and condemnation of men who
"The Lord desires that those
who are engaged in the Sab-
bath school work should be
missionaries, able to go forth
to the towns and villages that
surround the church, and
give the light of life to those
who sit in
darkness."—T esti-
monies on Sabbath School
Work,
page 74.
cannot read the heart, yet have taken it
upon them to judge their fellowmen. He
turns to One who is without a shadow of
misapprehension, One who knows all the
impulses of the heart, who is acquainted
with all the circumstances of temptation.
God knows every deed of the past life, and
yet in consideration of all this, the troubled
soul is ready to trust his case with God,
knowing that He is a God of mercy and
compassion."—Testimonies to Ministers,
page 354.
12.
How can we fulfill the law of
Christ? Gal. 6:1, 2; Rom. 15:1-3.
13.
What did God
give
to Solomon
in answer to his request? 1 Kings 3:
9-12; 4:29.
Lesson 9, for March 2, 1963
The Witness of God's Word
MEMORY VERSE: "Being born again, not of corruptible seed, but of incorruptible,
by the word of God, which liveth and abideth forever." 1 Peter 1:23.
STUDY HELPS: "Education," pages 185-192; "Christ's Object Lessons," chapter
"The Sower Went Forth to Sow;" "The Great Controversy," chapters 37, 15;
"S.D.A. Bible Commentary."
LESSON AIM: To show that the word of God is the vital agent in the conversion
of men and women to God, and that the duty of every witness is to become so
well acquainted with the Bible that he will know how to use it skillfully in
winning souls.
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DAILY STUDY ASSIGNMENT AND RECORD
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Sunday:
Questions 1-5.
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Wednesday: Questions 11-13; read
further from Study Helps.
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Monday: Questions 6, 7; begin
Thursday:
Finish reading Study
reading Study Helps.
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Friday:
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Lesson Outline
Introduction
I. Power of God's Word
1.
Like a hammer and a sword. Jer.
23:29; Heb. 4:12.
2.
Word of God produces new birth.
1 Peter 1:23.
3.
Likened to seed. Luke 8:11.
4.
Must be mixed with faith. Heb.
4:1, 2.
5.
Holy Spirit essential. John 3:3-8.
II. Receiving God's Power
6. Ask. Matt. 7:7-11; Mark 11:24.
7. Faith and confidence. John 11:41,
last part; 1 John 5:14, 15.
III. Practical Applications
8. The jailer's conversion. Acts
16:25-34.
9. Healing at Bethesda. John 5:1-9.
10. Those closest to Jesus. Luke 8:19-
21; 11:27, 28.
IV. Preparing the Heart for the Word
11.
Soil conditions vary. Matt.
13:3-8, 23.
12. Heart to be cultivated for God.
Prov. 23:26, first part; 4:20-24.
13. Promise of a spiritual harvest. Isa.
55:10, 11.
THE LESSON
Introduction
"All
should become Bible students. Christ
commanded His followers, 'Search the
Scriptures; for in them ye think ye have
eternal life: and they are they which testify
of Me.' Peter exhorts us, 'But sanctify the
Lord God in your hearts; and be ready al-
ways to give an answer to every man that
asketh you a reason of the hope that is in
you with meekness and fear.'
"Those who are truly converted must
become more and more intelligent in their
understanding of the Scriptures, that they
may be able to speak words of light and
salvation to those who are in darkness and
perishing in their sins.
"We are to give the last warning of
God to men, and what should be our
earnestness in studying the Bible, and our
zeal in spreading the light! Let every soul
who has received the divine illumination
seek to impart it. Let the workers go from
house to house, opening the Bible to the
people, circulating the publications, telling
others of the light that has blessed their
own
souls."-Christian Service,
page 143.
Power of God's Word
1.
To what do the Scriptures liken
God's word? Jer. 23:29; Heb. 4:12.
NOTE.-The power in God's word is not
wasted. It affects every life directly or in-
directly. For the Christian it "is
profitable
for doctrine, for reproof, for correction,
for instruction in righteousness: that the
man of God may be perfect, throughly
furnished unto all good works." 2 Tim.
3:16, 17.
2.
By what agency is the new birth
effected? 1 Peter 1:23.
NoTE.-"Apart from the 'word of God'
man can expect no moral transformation,
no spiritual regeneration."-S.D.A.
Bible
Commentary,
on 1 Peter 1:23.
"The Scriptures are the great agency in
the transformation of character."-Christ's
Object Lessons,
page 100.
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3.
To what did Jesus liken God's
word? Luke 8:11.
NorE.—"The word of God is the seed.
Every seed has in itself a germinating
principle. In it the life of the plant is en-
folded. So there is life in God's word. . . .
In every command and in every promise
of the word of God is the power, the very
life of God, by which the command may
be fulfilled and the promise realized. He
who by faith receives the word is receiving
the very life and character of God."—
Christ's Object Lessons,
page 38.
"One sentence of Scripture is of more
value than ten thousand of man's ideas
or
arguments."—Testimonies, vol.
7, p. 71.
4.
Why did not the word of God
benefit many in ancient Israel? Heb.
4:1, 2.
NoTE.—"Without faith it is impossible to
receive the word. 'He that cometh to God
must believe that He is, and that He is a
rewarder of them that diligently seek Him.'
Heb. 11:6. . . .
"He [the true believer] trembles at the
word; for to him it is a living reality. He
opens his understanding and his heart to re-
ceive
it."—Christ's Object Lessons,
page 59.
5.
What agency operates in the re-
birth of a soul? John 3:3-8.
NorE.—"While we are to preach the
word, we cannot impart the power that
will quicken the soul, and cause righteous-
ness and praise to spring forth. In the
preaching of the word there must be the
working of an agency beyond any human
power. Only through the divine Spirit will
the word be living and powerful to renew
the soul unto eternal
life."—Christ's Object
Lessons,
page 64.
Receiving God's Power
6.
How may we obtain the blessing
of God? Matt. 7:7-11; Mark 11:24.
NoTE.—"Every promise in the word of
God furnishes us with subject matter for
prayer, presenting the pledged word of
Jehovah as our assurance."—Thoughts
From the Mount of Blessing,
page 133.
"God stands back of every promise He
has made. With your Bible in your hands
say, I have done as Thou hast said.
I
present Thy promise, 'Ask, and it shall be
given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock,
and it shall be opened unto you.'
"—Christ's
Object Lessons,
page 147.
"We are to
believe
that we receive."—
Education,
page 258. Italics supplied.
"Say, 'I will believe, I do believe that
God is my helper,' and you will find that
you are triumphant in
God."—Testimonies,
vol.
5, p. 514.
7.
How did Jesus show that He be-
lieved that God answered His peti-
tions? What should be our confi-
dence? John 11:41, last part; 1 John
5:14, 15.
NoTE.—"For any gift He has promised,
we may ask; then we are to believe that
we receive, and return thanks to God that
we have received."—Education, page 258.
"Our part is to receive God's word and
to hold it fast, yielding ourselves fully to
its control, and its purpose in us will be
accomplished."—Christ's
Object Lessons,
page 61.
We are to claim for ourselves God's
promise and we are to teach others how
to believe and hold fast to God's word.
Practical Applications
8.
What experience came to the
Philippian jailer? Acts 16:25-34.
NoTE.—The jailer asked for guidance,
believed God's word, and was baptized.
Great was his rejoicing as, through faith, he
claimed God's promise and obtained the
blessing promised by God.
9.
How did healing come to the
cripple at the pool of Bethesda? John
5: 1-9.
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NoTE.—Healing came when the cripple
(1) heard the word; (2) believed the word;
(3) acted upon the word. Salvation is in
the word, but it is not effectual until the
word is received in the heart as the "word
of God." 1 Thess. 2:13. The baptism of the
Ethiopian eunuch (Acts 8:26-38) and the
rebaptism of the Ephesian disciples of
John the Baptist (Acts 19:1-7) are ex-
amples of conversions wrought through
belief of the word.
10.
Who are said to be closest and
nearest to Christ? Luke 8:19-21; 11:
27, 28.
Preparing the Heart for the Word
11.
How did Jesus imply that pre-
paring the soil of the heart is vital to
receiving the word? Matt. 13:3-8, 23.
NOTE.—"That with which the parable of
the sower chiefly deals is the effect pro-
duced on the growth of the seed by the
soil into which it is
cast."—Christ's Object
Lessons,
page 43.
"The garden of the heart must be cul-
tivated. . . . The sowers of the seed have
a work to do in preparing the hearts to
receive the gospel."—Ibid., pp. 56, 57.
Criticizing, belittling, condemning, de-
nouncing, judging, assuming a "holier-than-
thou" attitude—all tend to close the heart
of the individual we hope to win to Christ.
To read the Bible to closed hearts is wast-
ing seed. Every witness must prepare the
soil of the heart. This can be done by (1)
social kindness, (2) attention to the needs
of the sick, (3) courteous neighborliness,
(4) welfare and temperance influences, (5)
loaning or giving away noncontroversial
literature.
"There is nothing more cal-
culated to strengthen the in-
tellect than the study of the
Scriptures."—Steps
to Christ,
page 90.
12.
What invitation does God ex-
tend to the sinner? Prov. 23:26, first
part; 4:20-24.
NoTE.—"Our first work is with the
heart."—Christ's
Object Lessons,
page 97.
"The battle which we have to fight—the
greatest battle that was ever fought by
man—is the surrender of self to the will of
God, the yielding of the heart to the
sovereignty of
love."—Thoughts From the
Mount of Blessing,
page 141.
"Remember that the Lord Jesus is the
Master Worker. . . . He puts into your
minds words that will reach hearts."—
Testimonies,
vol. 9, p. 41.
13.
What wonderful promise of
success does God give? Isa. 55:10, 11.
NOTE.—"We entreat the heralds of the
gospel of Christ never to become discour-
aged in the work, never to consider the
most hardened sinner beyond the reach
of the grace of God. Such may accept the
truth in the love of it and become the salt
of the earth. He who turns the hearts of
men as the rivers of water are turned can
bring the most selfish, sin-hardened soul to
surrender to Christ. Is aught too hard for
God to do? 'My word,' He says, 'shall
not return unto Me void, but it shall ac-
complish that which I please, and it shall
prosper in the thing whereto I sent it.'
"—
Testimonies,
vol. 4, p. 537.
IT IS TIME TO BE MAKING DEFINITE PLANS FOR
A LIBERAL OFFERING ON THIRTEENTH SABBATH—
MARCH 30
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Lesson 10, for March 9, 1963
Influence of a Godly Life
MEMORY VERSE:
"Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but
on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house. Let your
light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify
your Father which is in heaven." Matt. 5:15, 16.
STUDY HELPS:
"Education," pages 262-271; "The Ministry of Healing," pages 483-
502; "Christ's Object Lessons," pages 339-342 (1923 ed. pages 343-345);
"Testimonies," vol. 4, p. 143; "Prophets and Kings," page 94; "S.D.A. Bible
Commentary."
LESSON AIM:
To show that right example and a godly life will speak with more
telling power than all the right doctrine in the world.
DAILY STUDY ASSIGNMENT AND RECORD
Check Here
Sabbath afternoon: General survey.
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Sunday: Questions 1-3.
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Monday: Questions 4-6; begin
reading Study Helps.
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Tuesday: Questions 7-10.
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Wednesday: Questions 11-13.
Thursday: Finish reading Study
Helps.
Friday: Review entire lesson.
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Lesson Outline
Introduction
I. Our Great Need
1.
The knowledge of God. John 17:3.
2.
"The savor of His knowledge."
2 Cor. 2:14-16.
3.
Infilling of His Spirit. Eph.
3:16-19.
II.
Experience of Godly Enoch
4.
Enoch walked with God. Gen.
5:22, first part.
5.
A preacher of righteousness. Jude
14, 15.
6.
He pleased God. Heb. 11:5; Gen.
5:24.
III. Experience of John the Baptist
7.
One of the greatest prophets. Matt.
11:11, first part.
8.
A preacher of repentance. Matt.
3:1-3; Luke 3:1-6.
9.
John's self-abnegation. John
3:25-30.
10.
Testifies to Jesus' glory. John
3:31-36.
IV. The Elijah Message
11.
The angel's prophecy. Luke
1:13-17.
12.
Fulfilled in John. Mal. 4:5, 6;
Matt. 11:7-11, 14, 15.
13.
A pure church. Rev. 14:12.
THE LESSON
Introduction
"It is the purpose of God to glorify Him-
self in His people before the world. He ex-
pects those who bear the name of Christ
to represent Him in thought, word, and
deed. Their thoughts are to be pure and
their words noble and uplifting, drawing
those around them nearer the Saviour. The
religion of Christ is to be interwoven with
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all that they do and say. Their every busi-
ness transaction is to be fragrant with the
presence of
God."—Testimonies,
vol. 9, p. 21.
Our Great Need
1.
What knowledge is essential for
eternal life? John 17:3.
2.
What did Paul declare Chris-
tians to be? 2 Cor. 2:14-16. Compare
2 Cor. 4:5-7.
NOTE.—"The knowledge of God and of
Jesus Christ, expressed in character, is an
exaltation above everything that is esteemed
in earth or in heaven. It is the very high-
est education. It is the key that opens the
portals of the heavenly city. This knowl-
edge it is God's purpose that all who put
on Christ by baptism shall possess. And
it is the duty of God's servants to set be-
fore these souls the privilege of their
high calling in Christ
Jesus."—Testimonies,
vol. 6, p. 97.
3.
How did Paul express the high
standard of Christian perfection? Eph.
3:16-19.
NOTE.—" 'Exceeding abundantly above
all that we ask or think,' will be given unto
us, 'the Spirit of wisdom and revelation in
the knowledge of Him,' that we 'may be
able to comprehend with all saints what
is the breadth, and length, and depth, and
height; and to know the love of Christ,
which passeth knowledge,' that we may
be 'filled with all the fullness of God.'
Ephesians 3:20; 1:17; 3:18, 19.
"This is the knowledge which God is
inviting us to receive, and beside which all
else is vanity and nothingness."—Testimo-
nies, vol. 8, p. 335.
Experience of Godly Enoch
4.
What was Enoch's experience
with God? Gen. 5:22, first part.
NoTE.—"Enoch's walk with God was not
in a trance or a vision, but in all the duties
of his daily life. He did not become a her-
mit, shutting himself entirely from the
world; for he had, in the world, a work to
do for God. In the family and in his in-
tercourse with men, as a husband and fa-
ther, a friend, a citizen, he was the stead-
fast, unwavering servant of
God."—Testi-
monies,
vol. 8, pp. 329, 330.
"The experience of Enoch and of John
the Baptist represents what ours should be.
Far more than we do, we need to study
the lives of these men—he who was trans-
lated to heaven without seeing death, and
he who, before Christ's first advent, was
called to prepare the way of the Lord, to
make His paths straight."—/bid., p. 329.
5.
What did Enoch do with the
light God
gave
him? Jude 14, 15.
NorE.—"As the scenes of the future were
opened to his view, Enoch became a
preacher of righteousness, bearing God's
message to all who would hear the words
of warning. In the land where Cain had
sought to flee from the divine presence,
the prophet of God made known the won-
derful scenes that had passed before his
vision. 'Behold,' he declared, 'the Lord
cometh with ten thousands of His saints, to
execute judgment upon all, and to con-
vince all that are ungodly among them of
all their ungodly deeds.' Jude 14, 15.
"The power of God that wrought with
His servant was felt by those who heard.
Some gave heed to the warning and re-
nounced their sins, but the multitudes
mocked at the solemn message. The ser-
vants of God are to bear a similar message
to the world in the last days, and it will
also be received with unbelief and mock-
ery."—Testimonies,
vol. 8, p. 330.
6.
What testimony is borne of
Enoch? Heb. 11:5; Gen. 5:24.
Experience of John the Baptist
7.
What did Jesus say of John the
Baptist? Matt. 11:11, first part. Com-
pare John 1:6-8.
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8.
What message did John preach?
Matt. 3:1-3; Luke 3:1-6. Compare Isa.
40:3-8.
NOTE.—"It was God's message that he
was to declare. It was in God's power and
His righteousness that he was to stand. He
was ready to go forth as Heaven's mes-
senger, unawed by the human, because he
had looked upon the Divine. He could
stand fearless in the presence of earthly
monarchs because with trembling he had
bowed before the King of
kings."—Testi-
monies,
vol. 8, pp. 331, 332.
"With no elaborate arguments or fine-
spun theories did John declare his mes-
sage. Startling and stern, yet full of hope,
his voice was heard from the wilderness:
`Repent ye: for the kingdom of heaven is
at hand.' Matthew 3:2. With a new, strange
power it moved the people. The whole
nation was stirred. Multitudes flocked to
the wilderness. . . .
"In this age, just prior to the second
coming of Christ in the clouds of heaven,
such a work as that of John is to be done.
God calls for men who will prepare a peo-
ple to stand in the great day of the Lord.
The message preceding the public ministry
of Christ was: 'Repent, publicans and sin-
ners; repent, Pharisees and Sadducees; "re-
pent ye: for the kingdom of heaven is at
hand."' As a people who believe in Christ's
soon appearing, we have a message to bear
—Prepare to meet thy God.' Amos 4:12.
Our message must be as direct as was the
message of John. He rebuked kings for
their iniquity. Notwithstanding that his
life was imperiled, he did not hesitate to
declare God's word. And our work in
this age must be done as faithfully."—
Ibid.,
pp. 332, 333.
9.
How did John show selflessness
in his witness for Christ? John 3:
25-30.
NOTE.—"Looking in faith to the Re-
deemer, John had risen to the height of
self-abnegation. He sought not to attract
men to himself, but to lift their thoughts
higher and still higher, until they should
rest upon the Lamb of God. He himself
had been only a voice, a cry in the wilder-
ness. Now with joy he accepted silence
and obscurity, that the eyes of all might
be turned to the Light of life.
"Those who are true to their calling as
messengers for God will not seek honor
for themselves. Love for self will be swal-
lowed up in love for Christ. They will
recognize that it is their work to proclaim,
as did John the Baptist: 'Behold the Lamb
of God, which taketh away the sin of the
world.' John 1:29. They will lift up Jesus,
and with
Him
humanity will be lifted up."
—Testimonies,
vol. 8, pp. 333, 334.
10.
How did John bear witness to
the Saviour's mission? John 3:31-36.
NOTE.—"The soul of the prophet, emp-
tied of self, was filled with the light of the
Divine. In words that were almost a coun-
terpart of the words of Christ Himself, he
bore witness to the Saviour's glory. 'He
that cometh from above,' he said, 'is above
all: he that is of the earth is earthly, and
speaketh of the earth: He that cometh
from heaven is above all. . . . For He
whom God hath sent speaketh the words
of God: for God giveth not the Spirit by
measure unto Him.' John 3:31-34.
"In this glory of Christ all His followers
are to share. The Saviour could say: 'I
seek not Mine own will, but the will of the
Father which hath sent Me.' John 5:30.
`And,' declared John, 'the Father giveth
not the Spirit by measure unto Him.' So
with the followers of Christ. We can re-
ceive of heaven's light only as we are
willing to be emptied of self. We can dis-
cern the character of God, and accept Christ
by faith, only as we consent to the bring-
ing into captivity of every thought to the
obedience of Christ. To all who do this,
the Holy Spirit is given without measure.
In Christ `dwelleth all the fullness of the
Godhead bodily. And ye are complete in
Him' Colossians 2:9,
10."—Testimonies,
vol. 8, p. 334.
The Elijah Message
11.
What did the angel of the Lord
prophesy of John's life and service?
Luke 1:13-17.
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NOTE.—"John the Baptist went forth in
the spirit and power of Elijah to prepare the
way of the Lord and to turn the people to
the wisdom of the
just."—Testimonies,
vol.
3, pp. 61, 62.
12.
What prophecy was fulfilled in
part in John's work? Mal. 4:5, 6;
Matt. 11:7-11, 14, 15.
NOTE.—"John ... was a representative of
those living in these last days to whom God
has entrusted sacred truths to present be-
fore the people to prepare the way for the
second appearing of
Christ."—Testimonies,
vol. 3, pp. 61, 62.
13.
What is said of the church
which prepares the way for Jesus'
coming? Rev. 14:12. Compare Eph.
5:27; 1 Cor. 1:4-8.
NoTE.—"Those who are to prepare the
way for the second coming of Christ are
represented by faithful Elijah, as John came
in the spirit of Elijah to prepare the way
for Christ's first advent. The great subject
of reform is to be agitated, and the public
mind is to be stirred. Temperance in all
things is to be connected with the message,
to turn the people of God from their
idolatry, their gluttony, and their extrava-
gance in dress and other
things."—Testi-
monies,
vol. 3, p. 62.
"As a part of religious ser-
vice, singing is as much an
act of worship as is prayer.
Indeed, many a song is
prayer."—Education,
page
168.
Lesson 11, for March 16, 1963
Hindrances to Witnessing
MEMORY VERSE:
"Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a
cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so
easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us,
looking unto Jesus the Author and Finisher of our faith; who for the joy that
was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down
at the right hand of the throne of God." Heb. 12:1,
2.
STUDY HELPS:
"The Great Controversy," chapter 32; "The Acts of the Apostles,"
pages 593-602; "S.D.A. Bible Commentary."
LESSON AIM:
To (1) expose Satan's snares and hindrances to successful service,
(2) show that we are not unmindful of his devices, and (3) give assurance that
we may surmount them victoriously.
DAILY STUDY ASSIGNMENT AND RECORD
Check Here
Sabbath afternoon: General survey.
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Sunday: Questions
1,
2; begin
reading Study Helps.
Monday: Questions 3-5.
Tuesday: Questions 6, 7; read
further from Study Helps.
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Wednesday: Questions 8-11.
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Thursday: Questions 12, 13; read
further from Study Helps.
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Lesson Outline
Introduction
I. The Love of the World
1.
Weights to be laid aside. Heb. 12:
1, 2.
2.
Threats to spiritual life. 2 Tim.
3:1-5; 1 John 2:15-17.
II. Material Entanglements
3.
Hezekiah's blunder. 2 Kings 20:
12-18.
4.
Gehazi's sin. 2 Kings 5:20-24.
5.
Elisha's reproof. 2 Kings 5:25-27.
III. Self-Seeking
6. Strife for supremacy. Luke 22:
24-27.
7. Love should constrain us. 2 Cor.
5:14, first part.
IV. Social Hindrances
8. Evils of class distinction. James
2:1-5.
9. True religion defined. James 1:27.
10. Jesus removed certain barriers.
John 4:19-26; Mark 7:24-30; Luke
7:1-10.
11. The gospel overrides social barriers.
Matt. 28:18-20.
V. Other Hindrances
12. Warnings of Scriptures. 2 Tim. 4:
2-4; Col. 2:6-10; Heb. 10:35-39;
12:13-15.
13. Be steadfast, immovable. 1 Cor.
15:58; 3:8, last part.
THE LESSON
Introduction
"The strongest bulwark of vice in our
world is not the iniquitous life of the
abandoned sinner or the degraded outcast;
it is that life which otherwise appears
virtuous, honorable, and noble, but in which
one sin is fostered, one vice indulged. To
the soul that is struggling in secret against
some giant temptation, trembling upon the
very verge of the precipice, such an example
is one of the most powerful enticements to
sin. He who, endowed with high concep-
tions of life and truth and honor, does yet
willfully transgress one precept of God's
holy law, has perverted His noble gifts into
a lure to sin. Genius, talent, sympathy,
even generous and kindly deeds, may be-
come decoys of Satan to entice other souls
over the precipice of ruin for this life and
the life to
come."—Thoughts From the
Mount of Blessing,
pages 94, 95.
Lest the thought of the deceitfulness of
sin discourage any struggling Christian, let
us carefully consider the wonderful pro-
visions set forth in the memory verse,
Hebrew 12:1, 2. The following points are
for personal meditation:
(1)
A host of successful witnesses are
listed in Hebrews 11.
(2)
Salvation from sin and victory for
overcoming is provided for all.
(3)
"Looking unto Jesus" points the
way in every test. Self must be crucified.
We endure "as seeing Him," and ask, "What
would Jesus do? How would He meet my
problem?"
(4)
The hope of the heavenly reward
at the end of the race provides courage and
cheer during our testings.
The Love of the World
1. What must the Christian lay
aside? Heb. 12:1, 2.
NOTE.—"In the epistle to the Hebrews is
pointed out the singlehearted purpose that
should characterize the Christian's race for
eternal life. . . . Envy, malice, evil think-
ing, evil speaking, covetousness—these are
weights that the Christian must lay aside
if he would run successfully the race for
immortality. Every habit or practice that
leads into sin and brings dishonor upon
Christ must be put away, whatever the
sacrifice. The blessing of heaven cannot at-
tend any man in violating the eternal
principles of right. One sin cherished is
sufficient to work degradation of character
and to mislead others."—The
Acts of the
Apostles,
page 312.
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2.
What elements of worldliness
and sin threaten the spiritual life of
the church? 2 Tim. 3:1-5; 1 John 2:
15-17.
NorE.—Worldliness and the love of plea-
sure are just a few of the enemies of spirit-
uality, but, like holes in a bucket of water,
the love of the world opens up the way for
all
of our spirituality to leak out. And
when the church loves the world and its
pleasures it loses its burden to save the
lost in the world.
Paul's fellow laborer, Demas, forsook
him because he loved this present evil
world. 2 Tim. 4:10. The love of many
Christians today becomes cold because iniq-
uity abounds. Matt. 24:12. The friend-
ship of the world is enmity with God and
spiritual adultery. Let every servant of
God who has lost his first love repent and
do the first works. Rev. 2:4, 5.
Material Entanglements
3.
Through what blunder did King
Hezekiah miss the opportunity of wit-
nessing for God? With what results?
2 Kings 20:12-18.
NOTE.—"What have they seen? They
saw what Hezekiah chose to show them.
How great was his opportunity to witness
for God! God had healed him from a
deadly disease. The striking miracle of the
shadow on the sundial had awakened wide-
spread interest. Hezekiah might have borne
witness to the wonderful mercy and power
of God, and have sent Merodach-baladan's
envoys back to their homeland with a
knowledge of what God could and does do
for His children on earth. But he utterly
failed. The same question that came to
Hezekiah comes to us today. The Lord
asks us what it is that people see in our
homes and our lives."—S.D.A.
Bible Com-
mentary,
on 2 Kings 20:15.
4.
How did Elisha's servant, Ge-
hazi, misrepresent the Lord of Israel?
2 Kings 5:20-24.
5.
How did Elisha deal with his
servant's covetousness? 2 Kings 5:
25-27.
NOTE.—"Elisha's words of rebuke were
not only for his servant Gehazi but for
those in God's church today who mani-
fest the same spirit as did Gehazi. In our
day God has again been very near, and
wonderful miracles of grace have been
wrought in many lands. Sinners every-
where are being reclaimed and songs of
thanksgiving and victory are ascending to
God. But once more in the hearts of some
the spirit of avarice and greed has been
allowed to prevail. They are engaged in
the service of self. Silver is being hoarded
and hidden that should be employed toward
the salvation of men. Once more God is
looking down from heaven, and the ques-
tion is asked, 'Is it a time to receive money,
and to receive garments.?'"—S.D.A.
Bible
Commentary,
on 2 Kings 5:26.
Self-Seeking
6.
What spirit among the disciples
threatened to destroy their spiritual
vision, and what admonition did Jesus
give them? Luke 22:24-27.
7.
What did Paul say was the
motive power in all his witnessing?
2 Cor. 5:14, first part. Compare John
13:34, 35.
NOTE.—" 'The love of Christ,' said Paul,
`constraineth us.' 2 Corinthians 5:14. This
was the actuating principle of his conduct;
it was his motive power. If ever his ardor
in the path of duty flagged for a moment,
one glance at the cross caused him to gird
up anew the loins of his mind and press
forward in the way of self-denial. In his
labors for his brethren he relied much
upon the manifestation of infinite love in
the sacrifice of Christ, with its subduing,
constraining power.
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"How earnest, how touching, his appeal:
`Ye know the grace of our Lord Jesus
Christ, that, though He was rich, yet for
your sakes He became poor, that ye through
His poverty might be rich.' 2 Corinthians
8:9. You know the height from which He
stooped, the depth of humiliation to which
He descended. His feet entered upon the
path of sacrifice and turned not aside until
He had given His life. There was no rest
for Him between the throne in heaven and
the cross. His love for men led Him to
welcome every indignity and suffer every
abuse."—The
Ministry of Healing,
pages
500, 501.
Social Hindrances
8.
What counsel is given regarding
class distinction? James 2:1-5.
9.
How is true religion defined?
James 1:27.
10.
How did Jesus during His
earthly ministry break down unrea-
sonable social and racial barriers?
John 4:19-26; Mark 7:24-30; Luke 7:
1-10.
11.
How did the commission of
Christ to His disciples indicate that
there is no place for distinction of
nationality, race, or creed in the gos-
pel? Matt. 28:18-20.
NorE.—Christianity was the first religion
to assume a truly international character.
The gospel commission should effectively
eliminate national boundaries, and men of
all nations should find themselves mem-
bers of one great brotherhood in which
`there is neither Jew nor Greek, there is
neither bond nor free, there is neither male
nor female,' for all are 'one in Christ Jesus'
"The more we search the Bi-
ble, the deeper is our con-
viction that it is the word of
the living God, and human
reason bows before the maj-
esty of divine revelation."—
Education,
page 170.
(Gal. 3:28). Christianity should destroy all
barriers of race, nationality, society, eco-
nomics, and social custom.
"Christianity depends for success on its
disentanglement from all national peculiar-
ities, forms of government, social institu-
tions, and everything of a purely local
character."—S.D.A.
Bible Commentary,
on
Matt. 28:19.
Other Hindrances
12.
What warnings of Scripture
are pertinent for God's witnesses? 2
Tim. 4:2-4; Col. 2:6-10; Heb. 10:35-
39; 12:13-15.
NoTE.—"I beseech those who are labor-
ing for God not to accept the spurious for
the genuine. Let not human reason
be
placed where divine, sanctifying truth
should be. Christ is waiting to kindle faith
and love in the hearts of His people. Let
not erroneous theories receive countenance
from the people who ought to be standing
firm on the platform of eternal truth. God
calls upon us to hold firmly to the funda-
mental principles that are based upon un-
questionable
authority."—Testimonies,
vol.
8, p. 298.
"I am instructed to say to our people:
Let us follow Christ. . . . We may safely
discard those ideas that are not found in His
teaching."—Ibid., p. 296.
13.
How does Paul encourage
steady and abounding witnessing?
1 Cor. 15:58; 3:8, last part.
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Lesson 12, for March 23, 1963
The Informed Witness
MEMORY VERSE: "But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to
give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is
in you with meekness and fear." 1 Peter 3:15.
STUDY HELPS: "Gospel Workers," pages 73, 78, 92; "Counsels to Parents, Teach-
ers, and Students," pages 469, 470, 538, 539; "Patriarchs and Prophets,"
pages 246-256; "The Acts of the Apostles," pages 123-130; "S.D.A. Bible
Commentary."
LESSON AIM: To show that zeal and knowledge are both essential in the work
of God and that the informed witness is most effective in winning people to
Christ.
DAILY STUDY ASSIGNMENT AND RECORD
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Tuesday: Questions 7-10.
Sunday: Questions 1-3; begin
Wednesday: Questions 11-13.
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Lesson Outline
Introduction
I. Zeal With Knowledge
1.
Labors of Epaphras. Col. 4:12, 13.
2.
Zeal without knowledge. Rom.
10:2.
3.
Jesus' consuming zeal. Ps. 69:9.
II. Appeal to the Will
4. To those interested. 1 Peter 3:15.
S. Choose you this day. Joshua 24:15.
6. Solid foundations. Matt. 7:24, 25.
III. Divine Method of Labor
7.
Common people heard Jesus gladly.
Mark 12:37, last part.
8.
Jesus used parables. Mark 4:33, 34.
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19-23.
10. Meeting prejudice. Acts 2:29-39.
IV. Progress Slowly
11.
Unfold truth gradually. John 16:
12; 1 Cor. 3:2.
12.
Lead gently. Gen. 33:13, 14.
13.
Choose right words. Col. 4:6;
Titus 2:8.
THE LESSON
Introduction
"Who have been preparing themselves to
go and work in His vineyard? God is not
pleased with novices. He wants us to make
the very best and highest use that is pos-
sible of the talents that He has given us."
—Christian Service,
page 62.
"We should not let slip even one oppor-
tunity of qualifying ourselves intellectually
to work for
God."—Christ's Object Les-
sons,
page 334.
"Our heavenly Father alone sees what
He can make of men. There are before us
possibilities which our feeble faith does
not discern. Our minds should be so trained
that if necessary we can present the truths
of His word before the highest earthly
authorities in such a way as to glorify His
name."--Ibid.,
pages 333, 334.
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Zeal With Knowledge
1.
What testimony did Paul give
concerning Epaphras, "a servant of
Christ"? Col. 4:12, 13.
Nom.—Epaphras labored for the Colos-
sians with great zeal and fervent prayer.
Paul spoke of his work with approval.
Ellen G. White also wrote of the necessity
for zeal and energy in God's work: "It is
not silver-tongued orators that are needed
to give this message. The truth in all its
pointed severity must be spoken.
Men of
action are needed—men who will labor
with earnest, ceaseless energy
for the purify-
ing of the church and the warning of the
world."—Testimonies, vol.
5, p. 187. Italics
supplied.
But the need for careful thought and
intelligent planning is also emphasized. "We
must not enter into the Lord's work hap-
hazard and expect success. The Lord needs
men of mind, men of thought. Jesus calls
for co-workers, not blunderers. God wants
right-thinking and intelligent men to do
the great work necessary to the salvation
of souls."—Ibid., vol. 4, p. 67.
2.
What did the apostle say of the
zeal of the Jews? Rom. 10:2.
Nom.—Any zeal for God that misrep-
resents the character of God or the truth is
zeal that is not according to knowledge.
The legalistic approach is wrong, and is
harmful to the cause of God. So is the
casual, perfunctory manner, or the excited
appeals of the zealot who is uninformed
and ignorant even though enthusiastic.
Those should "run" who have read and
understood the message. Hab. 2:2. Paul
tells us how to witness in Col. 3:23, 24. See
also Jude 3.
3.
How did the psalmist foretell
the Saviour's manner of labor? Ps.
69:9. Compare John 2:12-17.
Nom.—The R.S.V. translates Ps. 69:9:
"Zeal for Thy house has consumed Me."
Jesus' work consumed His life and strength.
To finish His work of redemption was His
one interest. So should it be with His wit-
nesses.
Appeal to the Will
4.
What should we be ready to
give to those who ask? 1 Peter 3:15.
Nom.—"Let the workers become ac-
quainted with the people and read to them
the precious words of Christ. Lift up Je-
sus crucified among them, and soon those
who have listened to the messages of warn-
ing from the ministers at the tent, and have
been convicted, will be drawn out to ask
for further information. This is the time
to present the reasons of our faith with
meekness and fear; not a slavish fear, but
a cautious fear lest we speak unadvisedly."
—Testimonies,
vol. 6, p. 75.
Our first work is to offer Christ to sin-
ners as the way to life. Next, to present
His truth in all its beauty.
5.
How did Joshua appeal to the
people when presenting God's re-
quirements? Joshua 24:15. Compare
John 7:17; Rev. 3:20; 22:17.
Nom.—"The will is the governing power
in the nature of man, the power of deci-
sion, or choice. Every human being pos-
sessed of reason has power to choose the
right. In every experience of life, God's
word to us is, 'Choose you this day whom
ye will serve.'
"—Education,
page 289.
"God does not control our minds with-
out our consent; but every man is free to
choose what power he will have to rule over
him."—The Ministry of Healing,
page 93.
6.
Who alone builds his house of
faith upon solid foundations? Matt.
7:24, 25.
Nom.—We are to appeal to the will of
man, the deciding faculty of his mind. By
the power of persuasion, the power of
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reason, the power of the love of God, we
work for decisions. We must present the
truth with efficiency and knowledge, work-
ing with God steadily, moving souls to de-
cision.
Divine Method of Labor
7.
What class of people heard Je-
sus gladly? Mark 12:37, last part.
NOTE.—"Jesus was the greatest educator
the world ever knew. In comparison with
His knowledge the highest human knowl-
edge is foolishness. But His instructions
were so simple that all understood Him,
both learned and unlearned. He made no
effort to show His deep knowledge, for
this they could not have understood."—
Testimonies, vol.
5, p. 588.
8.
What method did Jesus use ef-
fectively in His teaching? Mark 4:
33, 34.
NOTE.—"Christ's illustrations were taken
from the things of daily life, and although
they were simple, they had in them a won-
lui ticpin of meaning. 'r be birds of the
air, the lilies of the field, the growing seed,
the shepherd and the sheep—with these
things Christ illustrated immortal truth;
and ever afterward, when His hearers
chanced to see these objects, they recalled
His words. Thus the truth became a living
reality; the scenes of nature and the daily
affairs of life were ever repeating to them
the Saviour's teaching."—Counsels
to Par-
ents, Teachers, and Students,
page 261.
9.
What principle of action gov-
erned Paul's ministry? 1 Cor. 9:19-23.
NoTE.—"Speak to them, as you have op-
portunity, upon points of doctrine on which
you can agree. Dwell on the necessity of
practical godliness. Give them evidence
that you are a Christian, desiring peace,
and that you love their souls. Let them see
that you are conscientious. Thus you will
gain their confidence; and there will be
time enough for doctrines. Let the heart
be won, the soil prepared, and then sow
the seed, presenting in love the truth as it
is in
Jesus."—Gospel Workers,
page 120.
10.
How did Peter address those
who were prejudiced because of re-
ligious backgrounds? Acts 2:29-39.
NozE.—"Peter did not refer to the teach-
ings of Christ to prove his position, be-
cause
he
knew that the prejudice of his
hearers was so great that his words on
this subject would be of no effect. Instead,
he spoke to them of David, who was re-
garded by the Jews as one of the patriarchs
of their nation."—The
Acts of the Apostles,
page 41.
Progress Slowly
11.
What method should be fol-
lowed in unfolding truth to those who
are unacquainted with it? John 16:
12; 1 Cor. 3:2.
NorE.—"He (Christ] disturbed as little
as possible their accustomed train of
thought by abrupt actions or prescribed
rules."—Testimonies to Ministers,
page 190.
Every truth must be related to the su-
preme truth of the atonement and faith
in the Redeemer. Tests like the Sabbath,
tithe, and dietary changes must be taught
but not prematurely. "The Lord desires our
ministers, physicians, and church members
to be careful not to urge those who are
ignorant of our faith to make sudden
changes in diet, thus bringing men to a pre-
mature
test."—Gospel Workers,
page 233.
12.
What lesson may be learned
from Jacob's experience in leading his
large company? Gen. 33:13, 14.
NarE.—The careful, gentle leading of
human souls—not forcing or overdriving
them—is also illustrated as follows: "In
order to have the wax take a clear, strong
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"He who opens the Scrip-
tures, and feeds upon the
heavenly manna, becomes a
partaker of the divine na-
ture."—Ellen G. White,
Re-
view and Herald,
June 28,
1892.
impression of the seal, you do not dash the
seal upon it in a hasty, violent way; you
carefully place the seal on the plastic wax
and quietly, steadily press it down until it
has hardened in the mold. In like manner
deal with human souls. The continuity of
Christian influence is the secret of its power,
and this depends on the steadfastness of
your manifestation of the character of
Christ."—The
Ministry of Healing,
page
494.
13. What is said concerning the
Christian's choice of words?
Col. 4:6;
Titus 2:8.
NOTE.—"Christ always used simple lan-
guage, yet His words tested the knowledge
of deep, unprejudiced thinkers. His man-
ner of teaching should be followed by teach-
ers of today. Spiritual truths should al-
ways be presented in simple language, that
they may be comprehended and find lodg-
ment in the
heart."—Counsels to Parents,
Teachers, and Students,
page 261.
"Words easy to be understood" suggest
that we should (1) avoid unfamiliar ter-
minology in presenting God's last message
to the world;
(2)
avoid jesting and joking
but use hopeful, cheerful speech; (3) avoid
gossip and criticism.
Our speech betrays to the stranger the
place of our habitation and whether or not
we are citizens of heaven.
Lesson 13, for March 30, 1963
Promise of the Spirit
MEMORY VERSE:
"And, behold, I send the promise of My Father upon you: but
tarry ye in the city of Jerusalem, until ye be endued with power from on
high." Luke 24:49.
STUDY HELPS:
"Christian Service," pages 250-256; "The Acts of the Apostles,"
pages 35-56; "S.D.A. Bible Commentary."
LESSON AIM:
To show that the promise of the Holy Spirit is (1) valid today as
much as in apostolic times, (2) essential to the work of the church, and (3)
certain of fulfillment.
DAILY STUDY ASSIGNMENT AND RECORD
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Sunday: Questions 1, 2; begin
reading Study Helps.
Monday: Questions 3-6.
Tuesday: Questions 7, 8; read
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Thursday: Finish reading Study
Helps.
Friday: Review entire lesson.
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Lesson Outline
Introduction
I. Promises to Soul Winners
1.
Great and precious promises.
2 Peter 1:4.
2.
For sowers and reapers alike.
John 4:34-38.
II. Divine Aid Promised Witnesses
3.
Spirit's power assured. Luke 24:49;
Acts 1:8.
4.
Scope of Spirit's work. John 14:
16-18, 26; 15:26; 16:7-14.
5.
Bestowal of the Spirit. Acts 2:1-4,
41-43.
6. Spirit promised to all who repent.
Acts 2:37-40.
III. Guidance for God's Workers
7. In apostolic times. Acts 8:26-40;
16:6-10.
8. The latter rain. Zech. 10:1.
IV. Time's Last Hour
9. Marked by perils. 2 Tim. 3:1-5.
10. The gift of the Spirit promised for.
Luke 11:13.
11. The work of the church in. Isa.
60:1-4, 10, 11; 45:22.
12. God's eye upon His people.
2 Chron. 16:9, first part.
13. Christ with us till the end. Matt.
28:18-20.
THE LESSON
Introduction
"It is true that in the time of the end,
when God's work in the earth is closing,
the earnest efforts put forth by consecrated
believers under the guidance of the Holy
Spirit are to be accompanied by special
tokens of divine favor.. .
"Near the close of earth's harvest, a
special bestowal of spiritual grace is prom-
ised to prepare the church for the coming
of the Son of man. This outpouring of the
Spirit is likened to the falling of the lat-
ter rain; and it is for this added power
that Christians are to send their petitions
to the Lord of the harvest 'in the time of
the latter rain.'
"-The Acts of the Apostles,
pages 54, 55.
Promises to Soul Winners
1. How are God's promises de-
scribed? 2 Peter 1:4.
Nora.-"We are to trust in His promises.
When we come to Him in faith, every
petition enters the heart of God. When
we have asked for His blessing, we should
believe that we receive it, and thank Him
that we
have
received it. Then we are to go
about our duties, assured that the blessing
will be realized when we need it most.
When we have learned to do this, we shall
know that our prayers are answered. God
will do for us 'exceeding abundantly,' ac-
cording to the riches of His glory,' and
`the working of His mighty power.' Eph.
3:20, 16;
1:19."-The Desire of Ages,
page
200.
2. What assurance did Jesus give to
sowers and reapers alike? John 4:
34-38. Compare Ps. 126:6; Isa. 55:11.
NorE.-"The good seed may for a time
lie unnoticed in a cold, selfish, worldly
heart, giving no evidence that it has taken
root; but afterward, as the Spirit of God
breathes on the soul, the hidden seed
springs up, and at last bears fruit to the
glory of God. In our lifework we know
not which shall prosper, this or that. This
is not a question for us to settle. We are
to do our work, and leave the results with
God."-Christ's Object Lessons,
page 65.
"When God opens the way for the ac-
complishment of a certain work and gives
assurance of success, the chosen instru-
mentality must do all in his power to bring
about the promised result. In proportion
to the enthusiasm and perseverance with
which the work is carried forward will be
the success
given."-Prophets and Kings,
page 263.
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Divine Aid Promised Witnesses
3. What power for witnessing did
Jesus promise His disciples? Luke
24:49; Acts 1:8.
NoTE.—"The Saviour knew that no ar-
gument, however logical, would melt hard
hearts or break through the crust of world-
liness and selfishness. He knew that His
disciples must receive the heavenly endow-
ment; that the gospel would be effective
only as it was proclaimed by hearts made
warm and lips made eloquent by a living
knowledge of Him who is the way, the
truth, and the life. The work committed to
the disciples would require great efficiency;
for the tide of evil ran deep and strong
against them. A vigilant, determined leader
was in command of the forces of darkness,
and the followers of Christ could battle for
the right only through the help that God,
by His Spirit, would give them."—The
Acts
of the Apostles,
page 31.
4. What was to be the Holy Spirit's
work? John 14:16-18, 26; 15:26; 16:
7-14.
No:mt.—The disciples of Christ "are to
contend with supernatural forces, but they
are assured of supernatural help. All the
intelligences of heaven are in this army.
And more than angels are in the ranks. The
Holy Spirit, the representative of the Cap-
tain of the Lord's host, comes down to
direct the battle. Our infirmities may be
many, our sins and mistakes grievous; but
the grace of God is for all who seek it with
contrition. The power of Omnipotence is
enlisted in behalf of those who trust in
God."—The
Desire of Ages,
page 352.
5. What marked the fulfillment of
Christ's promise to His disciples? Acts
2:1-4, 41-43.
6. What promise did Peter make
to the convicted multitude? Acts 2:
37-40.
NOTE.—The bestowal of the Spirit is not
the gift of tongues or feeling or rapture or
ecstasy. The Spirit is given for sancti-
fication of life and for witnessing. Five
points are vital to an understanding of this
divine infilling:
(a)
Christ nearer than ever by Spirit.
"Cumbered with humanity, Christ could
not be in every place personally. . . . By
the Spirit the Saviour would be accessible
to all. In this sense He would be nearer to
them than if He had not ascended on high."
—Christian Service,
page 255.
(b)
The Spirit fills the individual. "No
man can believe for another. No man can
receive the Spirit for another. No man can
impart to another the character which is
the fruit of the Spirit's working."—Christ's
Object Lessons,
page 412.
(c)
Enormous possibilities inherent in the
gift. "There is no limit to the usefulness
of the one who, putting self aside, makes
room for the working of the Holy Spirit
upon his heart, and lives a life wholly con-
secrated to
God."—Christian Service,
page
254.
(d)
The prime condition for receiving.
"Let Christians put away all dissension,
and give themselves to God for the saving
of the lost. Let them ask in faith for the
promised blessing, and it will
come."—
Ibid.,
p. 252.
"The Spirit awaits our demand and re-
ception."—Ibid.
"When we have entire, wholehearted
consecration to the service of Christ, God
will recognize the fact by an outpouring of
His Spirit without measure; but this will
not be while the largest portion of the
church are not laborers together with God."
—Ibid.,
p. 253.
(e)
Faith in His promise. "At this very
hour His Spirit and His grace are for all
who need them and will take Him at His
word."—Ibid.,
p. 250.
Guidance for God's Workers
7. How did the Spirit of God direct
the workers in apostolic times? Acts
8:26-40; 16:6-10.
NoTE.—"No truth is more clearly taught
in the Bible than that God by His Holy
Spirit especially directs His servants on
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earth in the great movements for the car-
rying forward of the work of salvation."—
The Great Controversy,
page 343. But
we must ask for the Gift, and watch and
wait for His guidance. "Only to those who
wait humbly upon God, who watch for His
guidance and grace, is the Spirit given. The
power of God awaits their demand and
reception. This promised blessing, claimed
by faith, brings all other blessings in its
train."—The
Desire of Ages,
page 672.
8.
For what are we to ask the Lord?
Zech. 10:1. Compare Hosea 6:3; 10:
12; Ezek. 34:26.
NoTE.—"The outpouring of the Spirit in
the days of the apostles was the 'former
rain,' and glorious was the result. But the
latter rain will be more abundant. What is
the promise to those living in these last
days?—`Turn you to the stronghold, ye
prisoners of hope; even today do I declare
that I will render double unto thee.' Ask
ye of the Lord rain in the time of the lat-
ter rain; so the Lord shall make bright
clouds, and give them showers of rain, to
everyone grass in the
field.' "—Christian
Service,
page 251.
Time's Last Hour
9.
What conditions mark the times
in which we live? 2 Tim. 3:1-5.
NorE.—"Peculiar and rapid changes will
soon take place, and God's people are to
be endowed with the Holy Spirit, so that
with heavenly wisdom they may meet the
emergencies of this age, and as far as pos-
sible counteract the demoralizing move-
ments of the world. If the church is not
asleep, if the followers of Christ watch and
pray, they may have light to comprehend
and appreciate the movements of the
enemy."—Christian Service,
pages 254, 255.
10.
What does God long to
give
to
His people? Luke 11:13.
NOTE.—"God desires to refresh His peo-
ple by the gift of the Holy Spirit, baptiz-
ing them anew in His love. There is no
need for a dearth of the Holy Spirit in the
church. After Christ's ascension, the Holy
Spirit came upon the waiting, praying, be-
lieving disciples with a fullness and power
that reached every heart. In the future the
earth is to be lightened with the glory of
God. A divine influence is to go forth to
the world from those who are sanctified
through the truth. The earth is to be en-
circled with an atmosphere of grace. The
Holy Spirit is to work on human hearts,
taking the things of God and showing them
unto men."—
Christian Service,
page 250.
11.
How did God call His church
to the appointed work? Isa. 60:1-4,
10, 11; 45:22.
12.
How is God constantly work-
ing? 2 Chron. 16:9, first part.
NOTE.—"Among
all nations, kindreds,
and tongues, He sees men and women who
are praying for light and knowledge. Their
souls are unsatisfied; long have they fed
on ashes. . . . The enemy of all righteous-
ness has turned them aside, and they grope
as blind men. But they are honest in heart
and desire to learn a better way. Although
in the depths of heathenism, with no knowl-
edge of the written law of God nor of His
Son Jesus, they have revealed in manifold
ways the working of a divine power on
mind and character. . . .
"The Holy Spirit is implanting the grace
of Christ in the heart of many a noble
seeker after truth, quickening his sympa-
thies contrary to his nature, contrary to his
former education. The 'Light, which light-
eth every man that cometh into the world'
(1 John 1:9), is shining in his soul; and
this Light, if heeded, will guide his feet to
the kingdom of
God."—Prophets and
Kings,
pages 376, 377.
13.
What assurance did Jesus give
His disciples when He gave the great
commission? Matt. 28:18-20. Com-
pare 1 John 3:24.
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THIRTEENTH SABBATH OFFERING
March 30, 1963
Australasian Division
When Fulton Missionary College was established on the main island
of the Fijian group in the Central Pacific Union it was a bold new step
in multiracial coeducation in that part of the world. The now-rickety
buildings were erected by free native labor from lumber taken from
three old schools that were torn down and transported from three dif-
ferent islands. They have served well for twenty-one years. And the
school has proved its worth by sending out scores of workers to the
work of God.
The time has come for another bold step forward. Plans are under
way for ten modern classrooms, a library, a chapel, and an administra-
tion office. In the spirit of our pioneer missionary, J. E. Fulton, in
whose honor the school was named, let us "arise and build" by giving
a liberal offering for this worthy project on March 30.
LESSONS FOR THE SECOND QUARTER, 1963
Sabbath school members who have failed to receive a senior
Lesson Quarterly
for the second quarter of 1963 will be helped by the following outline in studying
the
first lesson. The title of the lessons for the quarter is "The Sanctuary." The
title of the first lesson is "The Plan of Salvation Revealed in Type." The memory
verse is Genesis 3:15. The texts to be studied are:
Ques. 1. Gen. 1:26; Ps. 8:5, 6.
Ques. 2. Gen. 3:1-6.
Ques. 3. Rom. 5:12, 19.
Ques. 4. Gen. 3:15.
Ques. 5. Gal. 4:4, 5.
Ques. 6. Isa. 53:5-8.
Ques. 7. Acts 5:31.
Ques. 8. Gen. 4:3, 4.
Ques. 9. Gen. 4:5.
Ques. 10. Gen. 8:20, 21.
Ques. 11. Gen. 12:8 ; 13:4.
Ques. 12. Gen. 22:1-18.
Ques. 13. Gen. 46:1.
Ques. 14. Ex. 5:1-3.
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